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Circles Off - Sports Betting PodcastsDrama On Gambling Twitter: When Is The WRONG Time To Cash Out? 🤔💰 | Presented by PinnacleRob Pizzola and the team from The Hammer Betting Network dive deep into the latest news and drama making waves on Gambling Twitter. From controversial takes to unexpected betting strategies, we’re breaking down all the must-know moments from the week. Today's show features the ongoing debates on when to cash out, if it is worth playing Circa Survivor, Steve Fezzik's "weather matters" bet and more.Looking to beat the player prop market? Betstamp Pro saves you time and resources by highlighting edges across real-time sportsbook feeds. Leverage the most efficient true line in th...2024-12-031h 38
The Nick D Podcast on Radio MisfitsNick D – Dan Fienberg, TV Talk and First Concert StoriesNick talks about his upcoming “Nick’s Pix” movie screenings at the Classic Cinemas Lake Theater in Oak Park, Illinois. Then, Nick chats with TV critic Dan Fienberg, from The Hollywood Reporter and The Fien Print, about the AppleTV+ series “Sugar” with Colin Farrell, “STEVE! (Martin) A Documentary in Two Pieces,” Showtime’s “A Gentleman in Moscow,” Netflix’s “Ripley,” and, they discover an amazing fact about the 70’s Bill Bixby series “The Magician” that you will have to hear to believe. Then, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to talk about her adventures while working the outdoor concert seasons at the Tweeter Center (Jimmy Buffet...2024-04-091h 54
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 40: Christopher "Poppa Bear" RiosChristopher "Poppa Bear" Rios is a competitive axe thrower out of Urban Axes in Austin, TX. He recently placed 4th at the 2023 Choptober Challenge, and secured himself a bid to the 2024 International Axe Throwing Championship. 2023-11-262h 00
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 39: Cameron Dubrow AKA Ziggy StardustCameron Dubrow is a competitive axe thrower from New Jersey, winner of the 2023 US Championship at Ace Axe Throwing and winner of the 2023 Urban Open.
Photo Credit: Urban Axes (Stacie McChesney)2023-10-103h 01
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 38: Brandon "Showtime" McClesterBrandon "Showtime" McClester is a competitive axe thrower from Pittsburgh, PA.
Photo Credit: Urban Axes2023-10-072h 00
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 37: Chris Ross (The Yearathon, Total Axe, World Blade League)Chris Ross is the owner of Total Axe Throwing and the founder of the World Blade League. In this interview, Chris talks about running an axe throwing venue, the first marathon league, The Yearathon, and more. 2023-09-062h 30
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 36: Austin Agosti, 2022 IATC FinalistAustin Agosti AKA Daddy is an axe thrower from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. In this interview, Austin talks about journalism, working at an axe throwing venue, practice routines, IATC 2022 and IATC 2023, the Pittsburgh axe community, and more. 2023-07-292h 15
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 35: Tyler FlynnTyler Flynn is an axe and knife thrower from Cleveland, Ohio. In this interview, Tyler talks about his competition history, being a teacher, spicy dice, the 2024 World Axe Throwing League (WATL) Rules Proposal, Dungeons and Dragons (D&D), and more. 2023-07-075h 18
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 34: Dave Alviso AKA CanexicanDave Alviso AKA Canexican is a competitive axe thrower from Pittsburgh, PA. In this interview, Dave talks about coming in second at the 2023 International Axe Throwing Championship (IATC) in Toronto, CA, being a pilot, being a parent, and more.
Photo credit: Sir Panda Photography2023-06-253h 37
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 33: Dan Ceballos AKA Dr. DanDan Ceballos AKA Dr. Dan is a competitive axe thrower and manager at Fondy Axe Company. 2023-05-043h 44
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 32: Nicholas Rich AKA Homeless NickNicholas Rich AKA Homeless Nick is an axe thrower from Texas. He took 3rd at the 2022 World Axe Throwing Championship (WATC). 2023-05-043h 12The Nick D Podcast on Radio MisfitsNick D – Dan Fienberg TV Talk & How to Take a SlapNick chats with Dan Fienberg, TV critic from The Hollywood Reporter & The Fien Print, about the amazing new show “The Diplomat,” featuring Nick’s back porch tenant Keri Russell. They also discuss the dark and twisted TV adaptation of “Dead Ringers,” starring Rachel Weisz as twin gynecologists, and the latest season of Bill Hader’s “Barry.” Later, Esmeralda Leon joins Nick to share tips on taking a slap across the face, how a glass of milk can come to the rescue after knocking out a tooth, and the time The Tamale Guy interrupted one of Esma’s live podcast recordings. Plus...2023-04-251h 46
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 31: Jorge Sanchez, Texas Made Tool Co.Jorge Sanchez is a competitive axe and knife thrower from Texas. He's the owner of Texas Made Tool Co. And he recently won 1st in duals at Clash at The Cut in College Station, TX in March 2023 throwing with Michael Barton.
Photo credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv2023-04-211h 48
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 31: Jorge Sanchez from Texas Made Tool CoJorge Sanchez is a competitive axe and knife thrower from Texas. He's the owner of Texas Made Tool Co. And he recently won 1st in duals at Clash at The Cut in College Station, TX in March 2023 throwing with Michael Barton.
Photo credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv2023-04-211h 48
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 30: Tony Luce, 2022 WKTC FinalistIn this episode, I interview Tony Luce. Tony is a finalist from the 2022 World Knife Throwing Championship.
Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:
Opening a venue (The Cut in College Station, TX)
Hosting a Tier 2 WATL tournament
Throw mechanics
Stories from his time in China
His take on hitting the wrong killshot in the WKTC finals
Photo credit: AI (DALL-E)2023-04-023h 06
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 29: Jonathan Morgan AKA Fancy LadIn this episode, I interview Jonathan Morgan AKA Fancy Lad.
Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:
Fancy Land
his path to IATC 2020
staying out until 4am the night before WATC 2020
quoting Robin Williams' Hook
the stolen car story
Photo credit: Jesse Hummel AKA Throww2023-03-074h 04
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 28: Dylan "Sweet" Teets, 2022 WATC Hatchet ChampionIn this episode, I interviewed the 2022 WATC Hatchet champion, Dylan "Sweet" Teets.
Some of my favorite highlights from this episode include hearing about:
Being a musician/performer (percussion/juggling/dancing/etc)
Being a model
Going to school to be a sign language interpreter
Practice Routine
Throwing the First 46 in WATL Big Axe competition
Competition Mindset
Photo Credit: Dakota Unrau of Daksthetics Media for the World Axe Throwing League2023-02-232h 20
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 27: David McIntyre AKA DMACIn this episode, I interview David McIntyre AKA DMAC, who is known for posting a lot of axe throwing memes and being a smartass.
Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:
Comparing and contrasting the International Axe Throwing Federation (IATF) and the World Axe Throwing League (WATL)
Craft beer
Working in tech/project management
Pop culture (movies/wrestling/video games/etc)
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An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 26: Colby Dean, 2022 WATC Hatchet FinalistIn this episode, I interview Colby Dean, who took 2nd place in Hatchet at the 2022 WATC.
Some of my favorite highlights from this interview include:
Colby being a 4-time state champion wrestler
Colby singing Rick Astley's Never Gonna Give You Up to himself on ESPN
How your height affects your throw
2022 WATC
The BIZNIZ
Photo Credit: Dakota Unrau of Daksthetics Media for the World Axe Throwing League2023-01-071h 32
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 25: Mike Kump, 2022 WKTL ChampionIn this episode, I interview Mike Kump, the 2022 World Knife Throwing League champion.
Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:
Fulfilling the villain role to make the sport more entertaining
Having 50 people celebrate when he lost his perfect season
Receiving hate mail from strangers
How we won the 2022 WKTL championship
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An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 24: Tabitha Fisher, 2022 WATC Head JudgeIn this episode, I interviewed 2022 WATC Head Judge, Tabitha Fisher.
Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:
Dogs
Owning a venue
Judging
Ohio food (pretzels/pierogi/kielbasa/buffalo chicken dip)
Photo credit: Jesse Hummel of Throvv2022-12-162h 15
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 23: Zach "Zeus" Crawford, 2020 WATC Big Axe ChampionIn this interview, I get to know Zach "Zeus" Crawford, the 2020 WATC Big Axe Champion.
Some of my favorite highlights included hearing about:
WATL Team Melee
Valkyrian Steel
The bull/killshot shrinking overnight for the 2020 WATC finals
Photo credit: Jesse Hummel/Throvv2022-12-0958 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 22: Jesse Hummel from Throvv #2In this episode, I interview Jesse Hummel from Throvv for the second time.
Some of the highlights include:
his relationship
his 2022 travels
his new photography gear
Wesley Powell's fundraiser (https://www.gofundme.com/f/the-wesley-powell-fundraiser)
the relationship between the athlete, the venue, and the photographer AKA The Holy Trinity
addressing rumors/conflicts
mental/physical health
Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv #throvv 2022-11-202h 14
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 21: Will Gelatko AKA Uncle WillyIn this episode, I interviewed Will Gelatko AKA Uncle Willy.
Some of my favorite highlights from this episode include hearing about:
The Philly Practice Space
Learning how to make handles and teaching others
Clutchies, The Challenger Series, and Canada vs US
Merging the worlds of fashion and axe throwing
2022-11-052h 08
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 20: Kyle Durrant from Cascadia Axe CoIn this episode, I interview Kyle Durrant from Cascadia Axe Co.
Some of my favorite highlights include hearing about:
Mounted archery
Tattoos
Mental health
Spending 30 hours making a single axe
Photo credit: Matty H Photography2022-09-281h 31
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 19: Mark Tishko, 2022 US Open Hatchet ChampionIn this episode, I interviewed Mark Tishko. Mark is a champion axe thrower from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
2022 US Open Hatchet: 1st
2022 ThrOhio Hatchet: 1st
2022 Rust Belt Rumble III Hatchet: 1st
2022 Capitol City Classic Hatchet: 1st
2022 Capitol City Classic Big Axe: 2nd
Some of my favorite highlights from the podcast included hearing about throwing his grandfather's old axe, embracing his dad after winning the 2022 US Open, nerding out about managerial accounting, and more. 2022-09-121h 06
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 18: Lucas Johnson, 2020 & 2021 WATC Duals ChampionIn this episode, I interviewed Lucas Johnson. I learned that Lucas has done over 500 escape games, some of the the challenges of owning an axe throwing venue, simulating a cold start in practice, and more. 2022-08-1736 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 17: Vail Cook, Ironside 2022 Big Axe ChampionIn this episode, I interviewed Vail Cook AKA Nipples, the 2022 Ironside Open Big Axe Champion. We chat about hitting a wasp with an axe, the monetary costs of competitive axe throwing, the difference in energy between IATF and WATL tournaments, and more.
Photo credit: Jesse Levi Hummel of Throvv2022-08-081h 31
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 16: David Cycon, IATC 2022 ChampIn this episode, David Cycon talks about winning the 2019 Canadian Open, winning the 2022 International Axe Throwing Championship (IATC), practicing at The Philly Space, and more. 2022-07-111h 14
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 15: Tim Stivers AKA Big TimeIn this episode, Tim talks about his time working as an axe coach, throwing a double 81 for his first 81, giving out awards to show gratitude, and more. 2022-06-0751 minThe Nick D Podcast on Radio MisfitsNick D – TV Talk and Terrible Board GamesNick is joined by TV critic Dan Fienberg from The Hollywood Reporter to talk about the new season of “Stranger Things,” the continuing greatness of Bill Hader’s “Barry,” the departure of four SNL cast members, and more. Then Esmeralda Leon chats with Nick about really terrible 70s board games (BIGFOOT THE GAME anyone?) and then they taste test Booger Lollipops…and Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP39]
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An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 14: Nick Guthrie AKA Airborne AxesIn this episode, Nick Guthrie talks about learning how to make axes via trial and error, some of his favorite axe throwing memories, and his upcoming retirement from axes.
Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv (https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc)2022-05-221h 14
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 13: Nick and Kendra KolomyjaIn this episode, I get to know Nick and Kendra Kolomyja. I learned about hosting leagues/tournaments in your garage, Chinooks, how important QATL was during lockdown, and more. 2022-04-301h 53The Nick D Podcast on Radio MisfitsNick D – TV Talk and Real Unsolved MysteriesNick talks with Dan Fienberg, TV critic from The Hollywood Reporter, about the long-awaited return of the Bill Hader HBO comedy “Barry;” Paramount+’s “The Offer”, David Simon’s new police drama “We Own the City” and more! Then Esmeralda Leon and Nick put their detective outfits on and solve some real unsolved mysteries including the legend of DB Cooper and the Lizzie Borden murders. Plus, Nick’s Dad Tells a Joke. [EP29]
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An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 12: Vin Crescenzo AKA Jean-Claude Vin DammeIn this interview, Vin Crescenzo talks about throwing in six leagues in one week, learning to make axes from YouTube, trying to explain tournament prizes to an accountant during tax season, and more.
Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel / Throvv2022-04-191h 08
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 11: Rander "Kuya" Marquez, 2020 IATC ChampIn this episode, Rander "Kuya" Marquez talks about winning IATC 2020, not being able to practice during quarantine, maintaining a positive mindset, and more. 2022-04-0658 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 10: Mike Philabaum, 2021 WATC Hatchet & Knife ChampIn this episode, Mike Philabaum talks about working at an axe venue, making handles, winning tournaments, and more. 2022-04-0537 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 9: Jave "Yoshi" YoshimotoIn this episode, Jave talks about art, travel, mental health, making axes, and more.
You can learn more about Jave at the following links:
https://www.instagram.com/javethrows/
https://www.instagram.com/javebrave/
https://www.javeyoshimoto.com/
https://www.facebook.com/JaveBrave
Photo credit: Niki Knight of United States Axe2022-03-3051 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 8: Joshua Russo from Valkyrian SteelIn this episode, Joshua Russo talks about transitioning from wrestling to axe throwing, Valkyrian Steel Axe Throwing Club, competing at a high level, the mental aspect of competition, the Melee Championship Series, and more.
Correction: During the podcast, I mistakenly said "IATC" when I meant "WATC." I apologize for the mistake and any confusion/frustration that may have caused.
Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv2022-03-2851 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 7: Jessica Renner, owner of Titanium DesignIn this episode, Jessica Renner talks about art, making a living doing something she loves, being denied entry into a women's only tournament for being trans, and more. 2022-03-211h 23
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 6: Mark Mirasol, 2021 WATC Big Axe ChampionIn this episode, Mark Mirasol talks about opening a venue after a road trip, winning the 2021 WATC Big Axe Championship, the similarities between competing in tennis and axe throwing, competing at a high level, and more.
Photo Credit: Jesse Hummel from Throvv (https://www.instagram.com/throvvllc)2022-03-1850 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 5: Fran Lopez AKA Franimal AKA The FrandalorianIn this episode, Fran Lopez talks about how much the axe throwing community means to her, throwing in leagues while traveling, the mental aspect of the sport, and more. 2022-03-1756 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 4: Michael Barton AKA Iron ManIn this episode, Michael Barton talks about starting businesses as a teenager, discovering axe throwing from a celebrity's tweet, experimenting with different axe designs/specifications, and more.
Here's the tweet that started Michael's axe throwing journey: https://twitter.com/lights/status/11071052335937617992022-03-1354 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 3: Matt Paton from Urban AxesIn this episode, Matt talks about moving from Australia to Canada to the US, working a corporate job while opening an axe throwing venue, surviving the pandemic, and more.
Also, I want to apologize to Matt for mispronouncing his last name, Paton, right out of the gate. I thought it was pronounced like Patton, but it's actually pronounced like Payton. 2022-02-1342 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 2: Michael Dolan AKA Dr. McNastyIn this episode, Michael Dolan talks about growing up in Texas, playing drums, how he get started throwing axes, his axe collection, and more.
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https://www.instagram.com/drmcnastyaxes/2022-02-0541 min
An Axe Throwing PodcastEpisode 1: Jesse Hummel from ThrovvIn this episode, Jesse talks about how he got into axe throwing, his time in the coast guard, photography, van life, his axe collection, and more.
instagram.com/throvvllc
facebook.com/Throvv
facebook.com/jesse.hummel.12
Photo: Ashley Shep2022-02-0544 min
TV's Top 5'Ted Lasso' Boss Bill Lawrence on the Season 2 Finale and the Comedy's EndgameThis Weeks Top 5 Topics:
SQUID GAME, with Rebecca Sun (3:47)
Major League Baseball postseason has arrived (22:28)
End of one of TV's best comedies (32:03)
Showrunnner Spotlight: Bill Lawrence ('Ted Lasso') (37:26)
Critics Corner (1:18:46)
Welcome to TV's Top 5! Each episode features The Hollywood Reporter's West Coast TV Editor Lesley Goldberg and Chief TV Critic Daniel Fienberg breaking down the latest industry headlines. The podcast is broken into five segments, offering a deep-dive analysis of the latest TV news and a critical look at current and upcoming shows. Every episode of the weekly podcast includes an in-depth interview with...2021-10-081h 31
The Film Stage PresentsEp. 446 – The Many Saints of Newark (with Dan Fienberg)Welcome, one and all, to the latest episode of The Film Stage Show! Today, Brian Roan, Bill Graham, and Robyn Bahr are joined by Dan Fienberg to discuss Alan Taylor's The Many Saints of Newark, now in theaters and on HBO Max.
Enter our giveaways, get access to our private Slack channel, and support new episodes by becoming a Patreon contributor. For a limited time, all new Patreon supporters will receive a free Blu-ray/DVD. After becoming a contributor, e-mail podcast@thefilmstage.com for an up-to-date list of available films.
The Film Stage Show is supported by MUBI, a curated...2021-10-061h 48
TV's Top 5How Hallmark Channel Is Expanding Its Holiday CheerThis week's episode features an interview with longtime Hallmark Channel VP programming Michelle Vicary. As our loyal listeners recall, last year around this time we featured a newsworthy interview with then-Hallmark CEO Bill Abbott in which he proceeded to … effectively light his own Christmas tree on fire. Michelle is here to set Hallmark on a new path of diversity and inclusion on a special holiday edition of TV's Top 5.Welcome to TV's Top 5! Each episode features The Hollywood Reporter's West Coast TV Editor Lesley Goldberg and Chief TV Critic Daniel Fienberg breaking down the latest industry headlines. The...2020-11-2742 minTV's Top 5Interview with Bill Lawrence of Apple’s ‘Ted Lasso’; NBC’s major changes, Disney’s big ‘Mulan’ move, and writers vs. agencies winding downThe five topics that Lesley and Dan cover in quarantine this week are:
Battle over packaging fees is winding down (4:26)
Disney changes streaming strategy (10:35)
NBC's Paul Telegdy is being investigated (18:19)
Showrunner Spotlight: Bill Lawrence ('Ted Lasso') (22:26)
Critics Corner (1:04:38)
Welcome to the TV's Top 5! On this podcast, The Hollywood Reporter's own Lesley Goldberg, West Coast TV Editor, and Daniel Fienberg, Chief Television Critic, will be talking all things TV. Each episode will be broken into five segments that will be sure to deliver real-time television news, a critical look at current and upcoming shows, as well as regular...2020-08-071h 11TV's Top 5“Friends” reunion, Hallmark’s programming chief on its big (and heteronormative) holiday programming plans, plus an interview with DC Universe’s “Harley Quinn” showrunnersThe five topics that Lesley and Dan cover this week are:
"Friends" Reunion?
Hallmark's holiday plans with Bill Abbott
Executive turnover
Showrunner Spotlight: Justin Halpern and Patrick Schumacker
Critics Corner
Welcome to the TV's Top 5! On this podcast, The Hollywood Reporter's own Lesley Goldberg, West Coast TV Editor, and Daniel Fienberg, Chief Television Critic, will be talking all things TV. Each episode will be broken into five segments that will be sure to deliver real-time television news, a critical look at current and upcoming shows, as well as regular analysis of programs on TV and much more...2019-11-151h 15
Writers Talk - AudioWriters Talk featuring Christopher Emdin and Kate LambertIn conjunction with the OSU College of Education and Human Ecology and its February 15-16 Hip Hop Literacies conference, OSU student Krista Benson talks with Columbia University professor Christopher Emdin about his work and keynote at the conference. The Thurber House talks to us about upcoming guest Carla Buckley. And OSU student Bill Fienberg learns comedy writing secrets from Second City's Kate Lambert, whose troupe will be in town on February 8 and 9 with CAPA.2013-02-1929 min