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An All-American transfer pickup, Gamecock Softball got themselves an ace in the circle out of the transfer portal. Alana Vawter comes to Columbia after a decorated career at Stanford, but now it's time for a new path at South Carolina. With Bev Smith's team off to a hot start to the 2024 season, let's sit down with the Gamecocks' newest weapon.

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Prepare to be inspired by an extraordinary episode of The Gametime Guru Podcast as I chat with the remarkable Ben Kjar. I first encountered Ben at the renowned event Funnel Hacking LIVE, where I was captivated by Ben's story of triumph over adversity.

Born with Crouzon's Syndrome, Ben's journey is one of resilience and determination. From a young age, he immersed himself in the world of wrestling, eventually becoming Utah Valley University's first-ever Division 1 Wrestling All-American. What makes Ben's story even more remarkable is that, even in his 40s, he continues to compete in the sport at an incredibly high level.

In this interview, we dive into his wrestling career, exploring the challenges he faced and overcame due to Crouzon's Syndrome. Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the impact this condition had on Ben's athletic journey and how he defied the odds to achieve greatness.

Beyond his wrestling accomplishments, Ben's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the indomitable human spirit. We discuss how battling Crouzon's Syndrome has shaped not only his athletic career but also his life as a whole. Listeners will be inspired by Ben's unwavering determination and his ability to overcome obstacles with grace and resilience.

This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and a reminder of the incredible strength of the human spirit. Join me (Shane Larson) as we uncover the awe-inspiring story of Ben Kjar, a true embodiment of perseverance and triumph. Get ready to take notes and be inspired by this extraordinary individual. 

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Alec Hayden and Noah Mitchell talk to Mizzou Swim and Dive's 14-time All-American - and the reigning SEC Scholar-Athlete of the Year - Jack Dahlgren about his history in swimming, what success he is most proud of, and more.

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What made an all-American teen become radicalized, and 

so determined to wage jihad that he took a train from a 

small town in Maine to New York City in order to shout 

“Allahu akbar!” and attack three policeman at Times 

Square on New Year’s Eve? Though no one died, this is 

not just another ho-hum attack - like we’ve become 

desensitized to. It portends a very dangerous future. 

Trevor Bickman, 19, led a life that was almost too 

wholesome to be true. From honor roll to playing on his

high school’s champion football team, to marching with

the color guard and more. It was a Norman Rockwell 

childhood… until it wasn’t. Although he’d dreamed of 

becoming an American soldier, he converted to Islam after 

his father’s suicide in 2018, and became radicalized 

shortly before his N.Y. machete attack. We take a deep 

dive into Trevor’s mind, and explore his family secrets

to understand what makes him tick.  

Trevor’s handwritten manifesto and social media 

posts, finally convinced a grand jury that this was not 

just some teenager out for thrills, but a real jihadi. So, 

they added terrorism to the charges of attempted murder 

and attempted assault of police officers. But, how many 

more Trevor Bickfords are sitting at home, feeling lost, 

looking for a purpose, and wanting desperately to belong 

to a ‘family’ who appreciates them… even if it’s a family of 

terrorists! 

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While creating and producing the hit series Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives, David Page dove deep into the world of American food. His new book, Food Americana, is an exploration and celebration of the foods Americans love and call their own. Page looks at the foods’ history, its evolution, and uncovers the people and stories behind the food. Tune in and "learn how Americans have formed a national cuisine from a world of flavors."

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Today Jefé is joined by a legendary figure in the basketball world, Butch Beard! Butch was an All-American at The University of Louisville. He played ten seasons in the NBA, being named to one NBA all-star game in 1972 and winning an NBA Championship with The Golden State Warriors in 1975. After his playing career was over, Butch joined the Knicks coaching staff becoming one of the few black assistant coaches in the NBA. After a brief coaching stint, he joined the Knicks broadcast team, where he was one of the two major African-American broadcasters in American sports. He later went back to coaching, where he successfully took Morgan State University (HBCU) to the NCAA tournament. 

Butch speaking onThe University of Louisville: (0:44)

The Origins of Butch's Coaching Career: (13:22)

Breaking Barriers in The NBA (17:25)

NBA All-Star Game Talk/ Which Team Butch is Watching This Season (24:37)

Old Knicks Stories (33:45)

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In this episode we head to one of our favorite places, Austin, TX, where we meet up with Chef Philip Speer at his new American diner with a French twist, Bonhomie. We then get a listen to the eclectic, global, yet still all-American sounds of Misha.