Scotland rugby legend Jim Hamilton is branching out, chatting to the biggest names and delving deep into the personalities and hot topics at the heart of rugby, sport and the entertainment business. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You know that guy who loves to talk with you about cars and racing? That's Big Jim O'Brien - and you're always welcome to stop by his garage as he hats with some of the biggest names in racing: Mario Andretti, Alexander Rossi, Roger Penske, Bob Seger, Kurt Busch and many more...
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A new voice in sports radio Each Tuesday I will tackle the hottest topics in the world of sports as well as take listener calls and social media interaction. I will offer my take on these topics. On 3 Count Thursday I, along with co-host Ryan, grapple with all the latest news and rumors in the world of professional wrestling.
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LIfe is full of twist and turns and changes. This is a trip down the twist and turns and changes in the life of an old respiratory therapist that has been around the block several time. Funny stories, rants and raves, guest and our English is hard segments. Grab a beer or tea or milk or cocktail, just grab whatever you want and sit back and relax and have a listen! https://www.buzzsprout.com/?referrer_id=1796503
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Ross Chastain – NASCAR, IROC and turn two at MIS
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Caught up with @nascar driver Ross Chastain to preview the upcoming race at MIS, plus we get into the use of simulators for NASCAR drivers (how do you deal with a repave?)…and I asked him for his “Fantasy Five” – five NASCAR drivers past or present he’d love to have on the track for an IROC style race. The post Ross Chastain – NASCAR, IROC and turn…
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Chris Medland talking F1 and the dramatic British Grand Prix
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After three consecutive weeks of F1 – culminating in a compelling #BritishGP, we catch up with Chris Medland (Racer mag, Sirius/XM F1 coverage and much more). Couple of topics:Is Red Bull in trouble?How important was the win for Lewis HamiltonWhat happened with McLaren (no double stack) and Lando’s starts Where will some big names land next year (a…
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Brodie Retallick: A Modern Great. A Lock that Changed the Game.
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In another episode in the 'Walk the Talk' series, Big Jim catches up with All Blacks Legend, Brodie Retallick in Japan. They discuss the intense rivalry between the All Blacks and the Springboks and the competition between himself and Eben Etzebeth to be the best lock in World Rugby for over 10 years and much more... Watch the Full Episode over on …
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South Africa v Ireland & New Zealand v England: Test Match Preview
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Big Jim jumps back into the studio to do a match preview on the exciting weekend of summer test rugby ahead of us. Can England beat the All Blacks in New Zealand, and can Ireland challenge the World Champions as they're hosted in South Africa? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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It’s become one of the premier destinations for auto fans from all over the country – M1 Concourse in Pontiac, Michigan. We sat with CEO Tim McGrane to talk about the 2024 Festival schedule (including a celebration of Richard Petty) The post Tim McGrane – CEO of M1 Concourse appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.…
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Join Big Jim in this exclusive episode of the Walk the Talk series with the iconic Eddie Jones. In this dynamic conversation, Eddie delves into his role as the Australia national rugby team manager, sharing intimate details about the challenges of trying to lead his team to victory. As they stroll through his home city of Tokyo, Eddie reflects on h…
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Jackie Stewart / Super Cruise on Suburban
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This episode we talk about the new “Super Cruise” feature on the #Chevy Suburban High Country edition – is it the best new tech feature in recent history? Also, some friendly suggestions for IndyCar to increase the audience, then we finish with a conversation with Sir Jackie Stewart on the week of his 85th birthday. The post Jackie Stewart / Super …
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Premiership Final Instant Reaction with Freddie Burns & Cadan Murley
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The Big Jim Show is pitchside at Twickenham for an instant review of Northampton's victory over Bath in the Premiership Final. We're joined by the legendary Freddie Burns and Cadan Murley to unpack an action-packed end to the Premiership season. Watch the full episode over on RugbyPassTV! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Damian de Allende: The Most Underrated Wild Dog
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The latest episode of the 'Walk the Talk' series brings us great conversation with Rugby World Cup winner Damian de Allende during Big Jim's recent trip to Japan. They talk through the Springboks World Cup winning campaign and life in Japan playing for the Saitama Wild Knights. Watch the full episode over on RugbyPassTV! Hosted on Acast. See acast.…
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Chris Billam-Smith: The Gentleman That Walks Thru Fire
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World Boxing Organisation Cruiserweight Champion Chris Billam-Smith joins Big Jim in the studio to discuss how his greatest dream came true in his ideal boxing match at AFC Bournemouth's Vitality Stadium. They discuss winning Usyk's belt, YouTube boxing, and how important it is to build a brand as a boxer. Get your tickets to Chris next boxing matc…
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Ardie Savea: Being Scared, Player of the Year and the Greatest Game in Rugby World Cup History
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2023 Player of the Year and All Blacks legend, Ardie Savea, joins Big Jim as they discuss navigating life in Japan, being an All Blacks star, and was that quarter final game against Ireland the best game in Rugby World Cup History? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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IndyCar Driver Santino Ferrucci and NASCAR fights
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He’s one of the fastest young drivers in @indycar today – Santino Ferrucci checks in before the #Indy500 – we ask the question: if you could win the Indy 500 but NEVER win another race, would you do it? We also talk about the Detroit Grand Prix www.detroitgp.com – then the conversation turns to Richard Childress commenting on the Stenhouse/Kyle Bus…
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Nissan Ariya EV and IndyNXT Driver Myles Rowe
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Start off with a review of the 2024 Nissan Ariya EV – couple of reasons it’s one of my favorite EV’s (including the reaction of my wife). Then we talk with IndyNXT driver Myles Rowe during a visit to Detroit for the Detroit Grand Prix The post Nissan Ariya EV and IndyNXT Driver Myles Rowe appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.…
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Pieter-Steph du Toit: The World Cup Final, a Modern Day Warrior... a Springbok Legend
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On this episode of the Big Jim Show, Jim joins Pieter-Steph du Toit in Japan for a stroll as they delve into South Africa's World Cup journey and what life is really like as a Springbok legend. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Eric Bana Talking Cars (and his new movie)
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Eric Bana checks in to talk about his new movie “Force of Nature: The Dry 2” – and we discuss one of my favorite car films “Love The Beast”…plus he talks about driving at Bathurst in Australia, and then we discuss “The Fall Guy” and the original version of it “Hooper” (remember that movie back in 1978 with Burt Reynolds) The post Eric Bana Talking …
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Dutch Van Someren: Bike Shed, Celebrity Riders & Riding Through America
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Dutch Van Someren, founder of Bike Shed, joins Jim in the studio as they talk all things motorcycles, riding through the United States of America and do Bikers give motorcycling a bad name? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Scott McLaughlin, 200mph pit stop and Senna
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IndyCar driver Scott McLaughlin in studio talking Detroit Grand Prix and Indy 500 (great insight into the race), then Al Unser Jr shares the tale of the 200mph pit stops at Indy, and finally McLaren CEO Zak Brown shares why he loved Ayrton Senna The post Scott McLaughlin, 200mph pit stop and Senna appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.…
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McLaren CEO Zak Brown On Ayrton Senna
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Today (5/1) is the 30th anniversary of the passing of #f1 legend Ayrton Senna at Imola. One of the most compelling figures in any sport, and beloved worldwide – we asked Zak a couple of years ago about the movie “Senna” and how many times he’s watched it…and to explain the passion for Aryton Senna The post McLaren CEO Zak Brown On Ayrton Senna appe…
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Ford Mustang and Bronco Influenced The Lions Uniforms?
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Did you know #Nike reached out to #Ford for inspiration in creating the new #Detroit Lions uniforms? Ford historian Ted Ryan joins us to talk about it – plus we discuss Erik Jones scary crash and I spend some time in a Prius (and love it) The post Ford Mustang and Bronco Influenced The Lions Uniforms? appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.…
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Ray Evernham – Honda Trailsports and What’s Wrong With F1
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He’s one of the most successful crew chiefs in #NASCAR history – Ray Evernham joins us to talk about his new book, working with Jeff Gordon and what ONE driver would he want to be the crew chief for? (great answer BTW).Then we talk about #honda and their Trailsports line – I spent some time driving the Passport and Ridgeline versions. Finally the s…
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NFL Insider reveals can Louis Rees-Zammit realistically make it for Kansas City Chiefs?
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Head of the NFL International Player Pathway Programme, James Cook, gives the big Jim show a behind the scenes insight into Louis Rees-Zammit's venture into the NFL. Will he realistically make it, and what does it really take to make it in American football? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Micheal Hooper: Dropped from Wallabies, Difficult Conversations & Aussie Sevens
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Aussie legend, Michael Hooper joins The Big Jim Show from Hong Kong to discuss his venture in Wallaby Sevens, being dropped from the World Cup squad, and does rugby need it's own Super Bowl? Theme tune written by the great Freddy Clode Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Sam Warburton: Early retirement, Olympic rowing times & the current state of Wales rugby
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Former Wales and British & Irish Lions captain, Sam Warburton checks in with The Big Jim Show to talk about his decision to retire at the age of 29, the violence and physicality needed to play at the top level and, of course, the state of rugby in Wales at the moment. Watch the full video episode over on RugbyPassTV! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…
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Freddie Burns: Loosening the Straps, Japanese Vending Machines, and England's Narrow Loss
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Freddie Burns returns to The Big Jim Show to update us on the weird and wonderful lifestyle out in Japan. We loosen the straps with our new format, as we play F***ING LEGEND, talk about recent ongoings inside and outside the world of rugby, as well as discussing super Saturday in the final weekend of the Six Nations. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/…
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He’s one of the biggest names in Indy Car for McLaren racing – Pato O’Ward stops by the studio to promote the Detroit Grand Prix (detroitgp.com)We talk IndyCar – tight racing in Detroit and much more. The post Indy Car Driver Pato O’Ward appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.Av Doug
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Justin Marshall: Jersey swapping, the true meaning of the Haka, and is the All Blacks brand fading?
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All Blacks legend Justin Marshall joins The Big Jim Show to discuss the current All Blacks team, the true meaning and origin of the Haka and the one time he had reservations about swapping his iconic black jersey. Watch the full video podcast over on RugbyPassTV! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Cadan Murley: Club vs Country, Life at Quins and England's Bright Future
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Harlequins' Cadan Murley joins The Big Jim Show to talk about the differences in playing club and international rugby, what life is currently like at Quins and is the future looking bright for the young and upcoming England players? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Handre Pollard: Chasing dreams, Clutch Kicks and a Team like no other.
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Handre Pollard is a double World Cup winner. He talks through that moment in the World Cup semi final that had the rugby world on the edge of its seat, and the mindset of the unstoppable springbok team. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Bernard Jackman & Stuart Hogg: Early retirement, middle men drama and the try that never was
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On this episode. Big Jim, Stuart Hogg and Bernard Jackman give a deep dive on the first 2 week of the 6 Nations. They discuss the Try that never was, some insight on France’s demise and England’s need to revert to type to beat Scotland. They also question Stuart’s Hogg early retirement. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.…
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Hamish Watson: Fight for the gain line, red vs blue and uncomfortable conversation’s
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Fellow Scotland international, Hamish Watson joins The Big Jim Show. We touch on Hamish's impressive career, the iconic mullet, discuss the modern day effects of trial by social media, and what is Finn Russell like as captain? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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2024 Kia Seltos and Telluride – Both Keepers
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Spent some quality seat time in the 2024 Kia Seltos (under 30k!) and the Kia Telluride SX-Prestige X-Pro AWD. Had time to test both in the snow, rain and sun of Michigan winter. Impressive on both counts. We also discuss the auto industry shifting back to hybrid technology. Part of a bigger portfolio and we’re happy to see it. The post 2024 Kia Sel…
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Ben Youngs and George Kruis: Wales’ free swing, business and podcasts and loose Dickie Birds
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Ben Youngs & George Kruis are two, England Rugby legends. They join the Big Jim Show as we discuss what life after rugby can bring, with Ben's appetite to grow the game through the media with his new podcast, for the love of rugby. George's passion for business with his supplement company, Four Five and who will be crowned six nations champions? Ho…
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Shocking news in the world of Formula One as Lewis Hamilton announces he’s leaving Mercedes at the end of 2024 to move to Ferrari. We caught up with F1 inside Chris Medland to discuss the ongoing story and it’s impact – plus we address the Andretti/Cadillac entry into F1 being denied until 2028. The post Lewis Hamilton Goes To Ferrari appeared firs…
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Siya Kolisi: Winning the World Cup in 2023 was bigger than 2019
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Siya Kolisi is a double World Cup winning Springbok captain. We discuss being given his first chance by Rassie Erasmus, developing on and off the field, his impact on rugby and wider society in South Africa, whether he gets involved in the political landscape, his recent move to Paris, the prospect of Owen Farrell joining him in the French capital …
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It’s a startling statistic…the Ford F-series has been the #1 best-selling truck in America for FORTY SEVEN consecutive years. Think about that. What product in ANY area has had this kind of success. What’s behind it and what’s next for #Ford – we talk with Rob Kaffl, Director of U.S. Sales about the success (and I give him my Walt Disney comparison…
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Return of the Mack: Christmas Cheer, World Cup heartache & Wallaby woes
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Connacht & Ireland winger Mack Hansen is back on the show to discuss the differences between an Irish and Australian Christmas, his plans for the festive period, Ireland's World Cup heartache, how they pick themselves up and go again, RG Snyman's controversial move to Leinster, whether he'd play at the Olympics, the mess Australian rugby is in, who…
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Dricus du Plessis: The Springbok of the UFC, world title tilt & Conor McGregor's return
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Dricus du Plessis is a South African MMA fighter competing for the UFC middleweight title next month. We discuss being the Springbok of the UFC, what sets him apart, being willing to die, the South African passion for sport, the big difference between the UFC and boxing, the potential return of Conor McGregor, owning his gym and encouraging others …
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Ben Earl: Celebrating the small wins, stepping up & speaking out
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Ben Earl was England's standout player at the 2023 World Cup. We discuss his rise from England outcast and perennial bench man to playing a starring role, the impact of Steve Borthwick, enjoying the England environment, his love of Saracens, why he celebrates in the manner he does, the importance of players putting themselves out there if rugby is …
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Tom & Luke Stoltman: Looking after the mind, building a brand & becoming the strongest brothers in history
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Tom & Luke Stoltman are strongmen from Scotland who have taken the world by storm. We discuss their rise to the title of World's Strongest Man and Europe's Strongest Man, the importance of the mental side of competition, longevity in the sport, the benefit of brotherly love, Tom's autism diagnosis as a child, growing up in Invergordon, dealing with…
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Chris Medland – Vegas Grand Prix Baby!
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Our friend Chris Medland checks in from Las Vegas before inaugural Las Vegas F1 race – we talk future plans for F1 (including Andretti, GM’s motor program) and take a deep dive into the teams and drivers futures. The post Chris Medland – Vegas Grand Prix Baby! appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.Av Doug
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Hyundai EV’s Are Setting The Standard
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I’ve been pleasantly surprised by Hyundai over the past couple of years, but what they’re doing in the EV market is setting the standard. We discuss the Ioniq 5 & 6…plus the Hyundai Elantra (a practical car for under 30k) The post Hyundai EV’s Are Setting The Standard appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.Av Doug
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It’s been awhile since we just talked cars and reviews. So lets discuss the underappreciated mini-van…and the amazing Toyota Sienna Hyrbrid. Then we turn our attention to the CUV’s (Compact Utility Vehicle) and two VERY different platforms…the RAV4 Highland Edition from Toyota and the Mazda CX-30 Carbon. Do you need a CUV? Is it a better option? Th…
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Danny Cipriani: The problem with English rugby, finding peace & the way forward
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Danny Cipriani is one of the most talented and most written about rugby players ever to play the game. We discuss his upbringing, relationship with his mum and dad, journey from a wonderkid to a perceived troublemaker, why people had that perception of him, the role the media has played in his life, the front page stories about nights out and the i…
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Nile Wilson: From golden boy to early retirement & YouTube success
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Nile Wilson is an Olympic medal winning gymnast and a Commonwealth and European champion, who has gone on to be a YouTube sensation. We discuss injuries, transitioning into life after competing, where next after success at an early age, drugs in sport, how to make gymnastics and rugby more commercially viable, how to be successful on YouTube, inspi…
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John Barclay: Life after rugby, having your contract torn up & Scotland's World Cup chances
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John Barclay is a former Scotland captain, friend and neighbour (apparently!). We discuss how tough it is transitioning into a different career after playing rugby, life on the road, how it all ended for him at Edinburgh, loyalty in sport or the lack of it, differing views on coaches such as Scott Johnson, Vern Cotter and Gregor Townsend, Scotland'…
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Bob Seger – His First Car And Love Of Classics
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Back in 2016 I reached out to Bob’s management and asked if he’d like to an interview just about cars. They said YES and this is the half hour conversation about his first car, love of classics and inspirations. If you’re a Seger fan it’s a different side of him The post Bob Seger – His First Car And Love Of Classics appeared first on 94.7 WCSX.…
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F1 at the Halfway point – Red Bull, Lewis, Alex Palou and more with Chris Medland
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Always a pleasure to have F1 expert Chris Medland on to talk about the sport as we hit the summer break. Insight into Red Bull’s dominance (will F1 consider changing things to make it more competitive?) – what’s going to happen with other teams during the “silly season”, does IndyCar Alex Palou have a chance in F1 and much more… The post F1 at the …
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Richie Bartle: Special Forces selection, death in training & touring Afghanistan
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Richie Bartle is a former member of the UK Special Forces (SBS) and now co-founder of East Chase Distillers in Kenilworth. We discuss the ruthless selection process to get into the Special Forces in the first place, seeing a man die in training, night raids in the mountain strongholds of Afghanistan, whether it was all worth it after the political …
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Freddie Burns: From journeyman label to THAT drop goal, the Borthwick effect & how to solve a problem like rugby
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Freddie Burns is a Premiership-winning England international fly half and good friend. We discuss THAT drop goal in the Premiership final, his travels since then, the upcoming return to Japan, what sets Steve Borthwick apart as a coach, whether England have a chance at the World Cup, everything rugby has given him and how you go about solving the c…
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Aden Durde: From London to the NFL, managing elite athletes & dealing with documentary cameras
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Aden Durde is the defensive line coach of the Dallas Cowboys and the first British coach to work full-time in the NFL. We discuss his approach to coaching, managing superstars, the athletes in American football compared to rugby, his journey from London to the States, the importance of documentaries like Hard Knocks in sport nowadays, what it's lik…
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