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The Hobbit & The Lord of the Rings Boxed Set Hardcover Illustrated edition 2020 June 25

J.R.R. Tolkien

Mentioned 5 months ago

C&R - The Most Lovable Nerds

They noted that The Hobbit has been around forever and recalled hearing about its story as children, highlighting its lasting appeal.

The Hobbit existed forever. When I was a little kid, they were talking about the story of The Hobbit.

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1984

George Orwell

Mentioned 5 months ago

Hour 2 – MLBPA Boss Resigns, Punchable Faces

They asked for a summary of the novel, noting it as a book they didn't want to read themselves.

He was like, I need a summary of this book. 1984? So I don't have to read it. How about Cliff?

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Getting Started in Shares For Dummies

James Dunn

Mentioned 5 months ago

Hour 2 – MLBPA Boss Resigns, Punchable Faces

They referenced the book as a concise guide, mentioning its distinctive yellow cover and font style.

Rev share for dummies, guys. You know, all those little books with the font, you know, the kitty font with the yellow cover. Rev share for dummies.

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Hamnet

Maggie O'Farrell

Mentioned 5 months ago

Hour 2 – The Raiders Have Options, Championship Snow-Over, Devin McCourty

The hosts discussed "Hamnet" as the novel about Hamlet's brother, mistakenly thinking it might be a joke, and noted that a female character in the story was considered a strong awards favorite.

No. It's Hamlet's brother is Hamnet. And the woman in there is considered the favorite, the biggest favorite for any category. I said to my wife, how great was she? She said, no, she was good. I said, she's an overwhelming favorite to be best actress.

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Johnny Mnemonic

William Gibson

Mentioned 6 months ago

C&R - Players-Only, Hall of Fame, Mahomes

They mentioned adopting a 90s cyberpunk look and referenced the title Johnny Mnemonic.

I'm going for that 90s cyberpunk look. Johnny Mnemonic.

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Jeremy Lin

Timothy Dalrymple

Mentioned 6 months ago

C&R - Sing the Praises of Fernando!

The hosts referenced Linsanity as a story that swept the nation, mentioning it as an example of a cultural phenomenon that captured widespread attention.

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A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms (A Song of Ice and Fire)

George R. R. Martin

Mentioned 6 months ago

C&R - Divisional Round Picks & Brainwave

They mentioned the novella as an upcoming TV series premiering on HBO on January 18th.

If you're a Game of Thrones fan, a Knight of the Seven Kingdoms is premiering January 18th, a Sunday on HBO.

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The Outsiders

S. E. Hinton

Mentioned 6 months ago

C&R - Harbaugh, Warner, Hot Chocolate

The hosts compared a player's comeback to the "do it for Johnny" moment from The Outsiders, using the novel as a metaphor for stepping up when needed.

In the movie The Outsiders, do it for Johnny. Do it for Johnny. Dallas, right? Matt Dillon's character. It's been a while. Isn't he also in the hospital and they don't think he's going to show up to the rumble? But he's like, it's not a rumble without me. Do it for Johnny. And he comes there in the rumble when they need him most.

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The Natural Mind

Andrew T. Weil M.D.

Mentioned 6 months ago

C&R - Harbaugh, Warner, Hot Chocolate

The conversation referenced The Natural while discussing sports comeback narratives, treating the novel as an example of an underdog story.

And it's a big deal. The end of The Natural. They think that he's not going to be able to play.

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The Great Gatsby

F. Scott Fitzgerald

Mentioned 6 months ago

C&R - Harbaugh, Warner, Hot Chocolate

A host mentioned the line from The Great Gatsby while describing a billionaire's private jet travel, using the novel as a cultural reference.

They literally will fly across the Atlantic just to have dinner at their one favorite place in Paris and then fly back. Like they say in The Great Gatsby, they're different than you and me.

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Cujo

Stephen King

Mentioned 6 months ago

Hour 2 - Long Road Ahead

Dan mentioned that the film "Primate" was actually titled "Cujo," referencing the wellknown Stephen King novel.

The movie Primate. I've already seen that. It was called Cujo.

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Radical Candor

Kim Scott

Mentioned 6 months ago

The Best of The Dan Patrick Show

The host cited Radical Candor as a useful guide for managers on how to handle firings, noting that surprise when being let go signals poor management and emphasizing the need for honest, ongoing conversations.

There's a great book called Radical Candor. It talks about, as a manager, if someone is surprised when they're let go, that means you've done a bad job managing them. So you have to have real conversations consistently about where we're falling short and what we need to do to fix it. A coach shouldn't be surprised if they're fired.

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Mario Puzo

The Godfather

The hosts referenced the book as a metaphor for power shifts and secretive control, likening a coaching situation to a betrayal and comparing Bill Belichick's program to a clandestine regime depicted in the novel. They also mentioned the book when discussing Al Pacino's recognition, contrasting his iconic role with a different award. The references were brief and used primarily for illustrative comparisons.

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Episode: Hour 1 – James Franklin Fired, Monday Morning NFL...

The host compared the coaching situation to a scenario from The Godfather, implying a betrayal or power shift similar to the novel's plot.

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I was thinking, Dan, maybe it's like in The Godfather.

Episode: Hour 2 – Luke DeCock, Ross Tucker

They likened the secretive and controlling atmosphere around Bill Belichick's program to Rocco Lampone building his secret regime in The Godfather.

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So it's like Rocco Lampone building his secret regime in The Godfather.

Episode: Hour 2 – Chiefs on the Hot Seat, Sean Salisbury

The novel was mentioned in a comparison about Al Pacino's recognition for his role versus winning a different award for "Scent of a Woman."

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like Al Pacino not winning for The Godfather but winning for Scent of a Woman.

Episode: The Best of The Dan Patrick Show

It was mentioned while reminiscing about Robert Duvall's appearance in the film, noting the title as part of the discussion.

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I actually saw something with Robert Duvall when he was in The Godfather.

Episode: Hour 1 –Final Four Odds, Charles Barkley

They referenced a slot game called "the Godfather" while introducing it on the website chabaceno.com.

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Introducing The Godfather at chabaceno.com

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Alice Walker

The Color Purple (Penguin Vitae)

The hosts mentioned the title in two episodes when introducing Grammy‑, Emmy‑ and Tony‑winning actress Cynthia Erivo, noting her role as Harriet in the story. The reference served only to identify her well‑known performance rather than discuss the book itself.

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Episode: Hour 2 – Dan Woike, Brendan Haywood

The hosts referenced the novel when describing Emmy and Tonywinning actress Cynthia Erivo's notable roles.

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They grab the Emmy and Tony Award winning actor and singer you know from the color purple, Harriet, and Wicked, Cynthia Erivo.

They grab the Emmy and Tony Award winning actor and singer you know from the color purple, Harriet, and Wicked, Cynthia Erivo.

Episode: Hour 1 – The Dan-asty, Steve Levy

The book was referenced as a wellknown work associated with guest Cynthia Erivo, highlighting her awardwinning background.

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A Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Awardwinning actor and singer you know from the color purple, Harriet, and Wicked, Cynthia Erivo.

A Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Awardwinning actor and singer you know from the color purple, Harriet, and Wicked.

Episode: Hour 1 – Thunder Win Game 5, College World Series...

The hosts referenced the novel while introducing Cynthia Erivo, noting her fame from the story.

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A Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning actor and singer you know from the color purple, Harriet, and Wicked.

Hey, I'm Jay Shetty, and I'm the host of the On Purpose podcast. Today, I'm thrilled to welcome back to On Purpose, Cynthia Erivo. A Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award-winning actor and singer you know from the color purple, Harriet, and Wicked.

Episode: Hour 2 – George Kittle, Shohei Pitching

They mentioned the book as a wellknown work the guest was famous for from the musical adaptation.

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you know from the color of Purple, Harriet, and Wicked.

Episode: Hour 3 - Covino & Rich Guest Hosting

They mentioned the musical adaptation of The Color Purple, saying they had heard good things about it and were surprised it was a musical.

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The Color Purple. You know, it's a musical, right? I didn't know it was a musical until someone told me. I would have walked completely into that trap.

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Ian O'Connor

Out of the Darkness

The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers

The hosts announced the new unauthorized biography and highlighted how it uncovered family tensions and deeper personal details about the quarterback, giving listeners a clearer picture of his life. They praised the author's investigative approach and expressed appreciation for the insight it provided, suggesting the title was a noteworthy addition for fans.

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The hosts announced a new Aaron Rodgers biography titled Out of the Darkness, authored by Ian O'Connor.

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there's a new book out there called Out of the Darkness

it's written by Ian O'Connor Out of the Darkness

The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers

the book is Out of the Darkness the mystery of Aaron Rogers by Ian O'Connor

Episode: Hour 2 - Gottlieb & Beyer Guest Hosting

The hosts discussed the new AaronRodgers biography, noting that it revealed family tensions and personal details about Rodgers that changed their perception of him.

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There's a new book out there called Out of the Darkness. It's written by Ian O'Connor, Out of the Darkness, the mystery of Aaron Rodgers.

The Dan and Jay Stu audio book review part one has come to an end. The book is Out of the Darkness, the mystery of Aaron Rodgers by Ian O'Connor.

From then on, it was persona non grata with Aaron Rodgers and his parents and other family members.

I would. I think it gives you a clearer picture.

He denies that Olivia Munn was the reason. He claims that it is more deepseated and goes back further.

Episode: The Best of The Dan Patrick Show

The new unauthorized biography of Aaron Rodgers was discussed, highlighting its focus on Rodgers' mystery and the author's investigative approach.

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It is an unauthorized biography of Aaron Rodgers, E.N. O'Connor, sportswriter, New York Times bestselling author.

And the new book is Out of the Darkness, The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers.

Unauthorized versus authorized, how different would this book be if it was authorized?

And I think that unauthorized a lot of people, readers think it's a dirty word like it suggests a trash book. It's really a badge of honor.

He made the book better, and I very much appreciate that.

Episode: Hour 2 – Ian O’Connor, Jim Cantore

It was described as the unauthorized biography that delved into the mystery and personal life of Aaron Rodgers.

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He wrote the book on Aaron Rodgers.

Out of the Darkness, The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers.

And the new book is Out of the Darkness, The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers.

Out of the Darkness with Aaron Rodgers.

Ian O'Connor, Out of the Darkness with Aaron Rogers.

Episode: Hour 1 – Aaron Rodgers’ Family Drama, Cheesesteak...

The hosts said a new book titledOut of the Darknesscovers the Aaron Rodgers family drama and is about to be released.

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Out of the Darkness, The Mystery of Aaron Rodgers is a new book that's coming out.

There's a book. Out of the Darkness! Out of the Darkness.

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Martha Stewart

Martha

The Cookbook

The hosts celebrated the author's 100th published work, noting it was a cookbook featuring a hundred favorite recipes along with personal kitchen lessons and stories. They highlighted the milestone as a testament to her four‑decade career and praised the book's blend of recipes and anecdotes.

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The show highlighted Martha Stewart's milestone 100th book, a cookbook titledMartha, The Cookbook,100FavoriteRecipes, celebrating her fourdecade career with kitchen lessons and stories.

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celebrate her 100th book, Martha, the cookbook, 100 favorite recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Join iHeartMedia chairman and CEO Bob Pittman for a special episode of the hit podcast, Math & Magic, Stories from the Frontiers of Marketing, as he interviews this icon in front of a live audience to celebrate her 100th book, Martha, the Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Martha, the cookbook, 100 favorite recipes.

Martha Stewart has been a household name for over four decades and still isn't done. Join iHeartMedia chairman and CEO Bob Pittman for a special episode of the hit podcast, Math & Magic, Stories from the Frontiers of Marketing, as he interviews this icon in front of a live audience to celebrate her 100th book, Martha, The Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Episode: The Best of The Dan Patrick Show

The hosts highlighted Martha Stewart's milestone 100th book, noting it was a cookbook featuring 100 favorite recipes and personal stories from her kitchen.

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as he interviews the iconic and prolific Martha Stewart in front of a live audience ... to celebrate her 100th book.

Martha, The Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Martha, The Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Episode: Hour 3 – College Football Playoff Improvements, St...

The hosts celebrated Martha Stewart's 100th published work, describing it as a cookbook featuring 100 of her favorite recipes along with personal lessons and kitchen stories.

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Martha, The Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

They actually looked at the July issue that I had prototyped, and they said, this is fabulous.

Martha, the cookbook, 100 favorite recipes with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Episode: Hour 2 – Chiefs Are Great at Winning, David Pollac...

It was highlighted as Martha Stewart's 100th book, a cookbook featuring 100 favorite recipes with lessons and stories from her kitchen.

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Martha, The Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Episode: Hour 2 – Transfer Portal, Gratitude

The hosts highlighted Martha Stewart's milestone 100th book, describing it as a cookbook featuring 100 favorite recipes alongside lessons and stories from her kitchen.

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as he interviews the iconic and prolific Martha Stewart in front of a live audience in celebration of her 100th book.

Martha, The Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

Martha, The Cookbook, 100 Favorite Recipes, with lessons and stories from my kitchen.

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Lauren Weisberger

The Devil Wears Prada

A Novel

The hosts referenced the book as a pop‑culture illustration of a tyrannical boss, comparing it to a harsh manager. In a later episode they shifted to discuss rumors about a sequel film, mentioning possible cast members. Both mentions were brief and informal, showing the title more as a cultural touchstone than a recommendation.

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Episode: C&R - Bosses, Bases & Bearded QBs!

They mentioned it as a popculture example of a demanding boss, noting how it felt like living under a harsh manager.

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you ever see the movie Devil Wears Prada? I have.

Episode: Hour 2 – NBA All-Star Game; America vs. Internatio...

The hosts mentioned a forthcoming release titled "The Devil Wears Prada2," noting its release date and speculating about cast members such as Miranda Priestly, EmilyBlunt and StanleyTucci.

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It's more in the entertainment genre. The Devil Wears Prada 2 release date. No way! May 1st, 2026. Let's go. Miranda Priestly is back.

All right. Wow. Huge. Isn't there a band called Devil Wears Prada? There is. There is. Is Meryl Streep in it? I don't think. Rumors have that she's in it. Emily Blunt also in it.

I think Stanley Tucci might. Did you say hopefully not? Wow. He was kind of a weak spot in that movie. No offense. I think Stanley Tucci might be reprising his role as well.

Episode: The Best of The Dan Patrick Show

The hosts referenced the title while discussing tough mentors, noting it as a movie example of a demanding teacher.

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You could say. I look back and I work for a tyrants, Rich, but they taught me work ethic that I used to my advantage in the future. So you just made two movie references, Devil Wears Prada and Whiplash, yeah.

Episode: Hour 3 - Bad Managers, Office Space Anniversary

The hosts cited the novel as an example of a harsh teacher who nonetheless pushed people toward greatness.

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Kinda like the movie 27, no, Devil Wears Prada or Whiplash, like J.K. Simmons was the worst teacher, but did he push you for greatness? And that's why you hated him, because it was tough at the time.

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S. E. Hinton

The Outsiders

The hosts referenced the title in two episodes, first noting that Rob Lowe had been involved in Hollywood since the era of the book and likely earlier, and later using a "Duel for Johnny" theory drawn from the movie to describe a team's motivation. Both mentions were brief and used the story as a cultural touchstone rather than a recommendation.

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Episode: C&R - Chapman's Road, King Rodgers, 50 Cent

They noted that Rob Lowe had been involved in Hollywood since the era of "The Outsiders" and likely even earlier.

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Since The Outsiders and probably before that.

Episode: Hour 1 – Biggest New York Sports Weekend of The Mi...

They referenced the novel while describing the "Duel for Johnny" theory, likening the team's motivation to the story's rumbling tension.

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I call it the Duel for Johnny theory from the movie The Outsiders. You know, they were rumbling. They were ready to win.

Episode: Hour 2 – Planting the Flag, Herm Edwards

The speakers referenced the novel when describing a rumble, likening the situation to a scene from the book.

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And you have like a rumble like in The Outsiders.

Episode: C&R - Harbaugh, Warner, Hot Chocolate

The hosts compared a player's comeback to the "do it for Johnny" moment from The Outsiders, using the novel as a metaphor for stepping up when needed.

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In the movie The Outsiders, do it for Johnny. Do it for Johnny. Dallas, right? Matt Dillon's character. It's been a while. Isn't he also in the hospital and they don't think he's going to show up to the rumble? But he's like, it's not a rumble without me. Do it for Johnny. And he comes there in the rumble when they need him most.

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J.R.R. Tolkien

The Hobbit & The Lord of the Rings Boxed Set Hardcover Illustrated edition 2020 June 25

The hosts brought up the title while discussing fantasy media, with Dan suggesting the cinematic adaptation as a way to pass the time and Chris mentioning it alongside other fantasy works. The conversation was brief and informal, and no strong endorsement was given.

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Episode: Hour 3 – Jerry Jones at the NFL Trade Deadline, Re...

Dan suggested watching the cinematic masterpiece of his generation, the Lord of the Rings, as a way to pass the time.

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I should... the Lord of the Rings... Maybe I read Harry Potter and watch the movies as well.

Episode: Hour 2 - The Race is On

The hosts briefly mentioned the book while discussing fantasy literature, noting it alongside The Lord of the Rings.

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What was the book? Like Hobbit stuff? Yeah, yeah. Lord of the Rings. Yeah, the Lord of the Rings Hobbit.

Gandalf is... Modor. Modor. Modor. There's a lyric in one of their songs.

Episode: The Best of The Week on The Dan Patrick Show

He compared his struggle with addiction to feeling like Gollum from the novel, calling it his "precious."

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I was like Gollum from the Lord of the Rings and it was my precious, you know, and I was this.

Episode: C&R - The Most Lovable Nerds

They noted that The Hobbit has been around forever and recalled hearing about its story as children, highlighting its lasting appeal.

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The Hobbit existed forever. When I was a little kid, they were talking about the story of The Hobbit.

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L. Frank Baum

The Wizard of Oz (Puffin in Bloom)

The host briefly mentioned the title "The Wizard of Oz" while discussing music, without providing any commentary about the book itself.

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The Wizard of Oz.

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Episode: Hour 1 - Rooting for Kirk Cousins, TNF Preview

The host briefly mentioned the title "The Wizard of Oz" while discussing music, without providing any commentary about the book itself.

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The Wizard of Oz.

Episode: Hour 2 - C&R in for DP.. Lies, Oher, Receipts

A brief reference was made to a "Wizard of Oz thing" as part of a humorous anecdote during the show.

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Yo, we had a Wizard of Oz thing yesterday.

Episode: Hour 3 - C&R fill in for DP.. Recasting with Athle...

The hosts celebrated the 84th anniversary of the story, noting they had recently watched it and described it as still magical and timeless.

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1939, August 15th today. 84 years ago. And it changed the film industry. So it was a turning point. It was the screening, the first ever screening of The Wizard of Oz at Grauman's Chinese Theater right here in Hollywood. ... It is still magical.

If you're talking about the anniversary of the Wizard of Oz, who would you cast? ... I just casted someone right now. ... Who would you cast? Fox Sports Radio Nation.

A lot of people hitting us up in for DP on the 84th anniversary of the debut of The Wizard of Oz on this day in 1939. It made its debut and it's still holds up. You can't say that for most movies.

I can't watch any movie from that time period other than the Wizard of Oz.

We watched as a family with my kid. My kid hadn't seen it since she was really little. And it still holds the test of time. That's when you know it's a classic. It's still good. It's still magical.

Episode: Hour 2 - C&R filling for DP.. Money, Drones & Wiza...

The hosts noted that the classic story debuted as a film in 1939 and discussed its lasting magic and suitability for family viewing.

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On this day in 1939, The Wizard of Oz debuted at Grauman's Theater here in Los Angeles. Wow. On this day, the first screening ever of The Wizard of Oz. Game changer.

I think she's right about at the age where you show it to her. Like, I can't believe you watched it without her, but if that's your reasoning, then that's your parental decision. Let me tell you, bro. The makeup. The makeup.

The question is this. I'm gonna put a little sports twist on this. What happened was just this. And Joel, you can kill the music. It's scaring me now. I'm waiting for some old whack lady and a bike to fly by. Who killed my music? So. Was it you? If you could recast The Wizard of Oz with athletes, who would you put in there?

I watched The Wizard of Oz and Hard Knocks. I won. I'm not going to hard knock you for watching it. It's a classic. I know it sounds a little corny, but when's the last time you watched A Wizard of Oz? Dude, we had a conversation about- It was the most special movie you could possibly watch as a kid growing up.

The movie was only an hour and a half. It's amazing. Rich watched the whole thing? Yeah. It's only an hour and a half. It's like an hour and 40 minutes. Yeah. Because I started it. He skipped parts. Yeah, it's amazing.

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Gary Myers

Brady vs. Belichick

The Dynasty Debate

The book was highlighted as a newly released title that examined the relationship and potential conflict of interest between two NFL legends, weighing their individual contributions to New England's dynasty. Host Dan Patrick and the author himself introduced it during the show, noting its focus on the Brady‑Belichick debate. The discussion framed the book as a timely exploration of the rivalry rather than a formal endorsement.

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Episode: Hour 1 – Backup QB’s Getting Reps Already, Tom Bra...

Gary Myers announced his new book Brady versus Belichick, examining the relationship and possible conflict of interest between the two NFL figures.

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Gary Myers, great author, has another book out. It's Brady versus Belichick.

As a new book, it's called Brady versus Belichick.

Episode: Hour 2 – 0-2 vs. 2-0, Gary Myers

Myers' new release explored the dynasty debate between Tom Brady and Bill Belichick, weighing their respective contributions to New England's success.

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And his new book released today, Brady versus Belichick, the dynasty debate.

The book released today, Brady versus Belichick, the Dynasty debate.

The book is called Brady vs. Belichick, not Brady vs. Belichick vs. McDaniels.

Episode: Hour 3 – Dean Blandino, Remembering Robert Redford

The book was mentioned as being available that day, with thanks given to Gary Myers for it.

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My thanks to Gary Myers. The book is Brady vs. Belichick, and it's available today.

Episode: The Best of The Dan Patrick Show

Gary Myers introduced his new book "Brady vs. Belichick" during the show, describing it as a debate over the Patriots dynasty and noting it was released that day.

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He wrote Brady vs. Manning, the untold story of the rivalry that transformed the NFL. And his new book, released today, Brady vs. Belichick, the Dynasty Debate.

He wrote Brady versus Manning. And the new book is Brady versus Belichick, the dynasty debate.

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J. K. Rowling

Harry Potter Hardcover Boxed Set

Books 1-7 (Slipcase)

During the episode the hosts brought up the series while discussing other topics, noting that one of the crew was dressed as Hermione and that some listeners had only seen the movies while others had read the books. They highlighted the cultural impact of the character and the differing levels of familiarity among the audience.

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Episode: Hour 2 – College Football Coaching, Charles Barkle...

The hosts discussed the Harry Potter books, mentioning the character Hermione and noting that some people had only seen the movies or read the books.

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Poll question for hour two. By the way, it is a meet Friday. And Dylan is in the kitchen. He's dressed up as a Harry Potter character. Hermione? Yes. Hermione. The little girl that went on to be very famous ...

Episode: Hour 3 – Jason Smith and Mike Harmon Guest Hosting

The hosts referenced the Harry Potter series when joking about jamming a room under the stairs, using it as an example of a book someone might read.

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Jamming the room under the stairs like Harry Potter. No, not quite that bad. It was just saying, let's go over here. Let's read a book.

Episode: Hour 3 – Jason Smith and Mike Harmon Guest Hosting

The hosts referenced the series while joking about a childlike scenario, saying they were "jamming the room under the stairs like Harry Potter" before urging someone to read a book.

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Jamming the room under the stairs like Harry Potter. No, not quite that bad. It was just saying, let's go over here. Let's read a book.

Frankenstein: The Original 1818 Unabridged and Complete Edition (A Mary Shelley Classics Cover

Mary Shelley

Frankenstein

The Original 1818 Unabridged and Complete Edition (A Mary Shelley Classics

In a brief segment, a host referenced watching the story on Netflix before moving back to the main NFL discussion, mentioning the book in passing without offering a recommendation. The comment highlighted the title only as a cultural reference rather than a focus of the episode.

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The novel was mentioned in passing when a host referred to watching Frankenstein on Netflix before returning to the discussion about NFL report cards.

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For the record, Rich, when you're done watching Frankenstein on Netflix, I was referencing unknown number of the high school catfish.

Episode: C&R - 'Christy' Debate, Lakers Test & QB Narrative

They mentioned watching Guillermo del Toro's Frankenstein on Netflix and said it was fairly good.

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I'm about to fly home tonight. Anyway. Frankenstein.

I mentioned Frankenstein. Guillermo del Toro's Frankensteins on Netflix. It's actually pretty decent so far.

Episode: Hour 1 – NFL Draft Week, NBA Playoffs Begin

The hosts said they talked about Frankenstein during the segment about essays and popculture topics.

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We talk Frankenstein.

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Andrew T. Weil M.D.

The Natural Mind

A Revolutionary Approach to the Drug Problem

The panel noted that in the novelThe NaturalRoy Hobbs meets a tragic end, contrasting that with the more upbeat movie version where he survives.

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In the book, in The Natural, The Natural, Roy Hobbs strikes out at the end. But in the movie, he doesn't.

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Episode: Hour 1 – LeBron’s Milestone, Saquon Signed

The panel noted that in the novelThe NaturalRoy Hobbs meets a tragic end, contrasting that with the more upbeat movie version where he survives.

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In the book, in The Natural, The Natural, Roy Hobbs strikes out at the end. But in the movie, he doesn't.

Episode: Hour 3 – Great Stadiums, Jaylen Waddle Gets Paid

The hosts noted that a 1946 home run at Ebbets Field was believed to have inspired Roy Hobbs' home run in the novel The Natural.

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That hit is believed to be the inspiration for Roy Hobbs' home run in the novel The Natural.

Episode: C&R - Harbaugh, Warner, Hot Chocolate

The conversation referenced The Natural while discussing sports comeback narratives, treating the novel as an example of an underdog story.

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And it's a big deal. The end of The Natural. They think that he's not going to be able to play.

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H. G. Bissinger

Friday Night Lights

A Town, A Team, And A Dream

The hosts praised the book as a powerful portrait of Texas high‑school football that delved into race, socioeconomics and politics, using the sport as a foundation for broader cultural insight. They highlighted it as a favorite and one of the best sports books, noting its thorough exploration of football’s cultural roots.

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A powerful portrait of highschool football in Texas that explored race, socioeconomics, and politics.

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Friday Night Lights. It's just a great look at everything, like football as the foundation. Race, socioeconomics, politics, everything.

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It was cited as a favorite sports book for its thorough exploration of football's cultural foundations.

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Friday Night Lights. Okay. It's just a great look at everything. Race, socioeconomics, politics, everything. But football was the foundation.

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Dan mentioned the Friday Night Lights book, noting it could be autographed by Buzz Bissinger as a potential gift.

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If your wife likes something like that you know the author of 50 shades of gray I probably get my night my wife like the Friday Night Lights book autographed by Buzz Bissinger.

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Aaron Mahnke

Cabinet of Curiosities

A Historical Tour of the Unbelievable, the Unsettling, and the Bizarre

The host announced that nearly two hundred podcast stories had been compiled into a book titled Cabinet of Curiosities and encouraged listeners to preorder it.

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And now, finally, nearly 200 of these amazing stories from the podcast have been gathered into one book.

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The host announced that nearly two hundred podcast stories had been compiled into a book titled Cabinet of Curiosities and encouraged listeners to preorder it.

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And now, finally, nearly 200 of these amazing stories from the podcast have been gathered into one book.

Pre-order Cabinet of Curiosities, available November 12th wherever books and audiobooks are sold.

Learn more over at grimandmild.com slash curiosities.

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It was promoted as a new book (and audiobook) available for preorder with a release date of November 12.

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Pre-order Cabinet of Curiosities, available November 12th wherever books and audiobooks are sold.

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The host announced a new book that compiled many amazing and curious stories, stating it would be released on November 12th. He directed listeners to the website for more information.

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Cabinet of Curiosities, available November 12th, wherever books and audiobooks are sold.

Learn more over at GrimAndMild.com slash curiosities.

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John Grisham

Bleachers

During the episode, Greg Sankey referenced the book while discussing the pitfalls of early fame, noting a line that described how becoming a huge deal at 18 or 19 can be the worst thing for a person's future. He highlighted the novel's wise observation about the long lifetime ahead. The mention was brief and not presented as a strong endorsement.

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The book was referenced as a John Grisham novel about a highschool football player, with a paraphrased line stating the worst thing that can happen is becoming the biggest deal at age 1819.

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There's a John Grisham novel called Bleachers about a high school football player, and I'll paraphrase one of the lines in this novel, and hey, it's a novel, but it's pretty wise, which is the worst thing that can happen to somebody is they become the biggest deal ever when they're 18 or 19 years old.

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Dan Patrick mentioned the John Grisham novel Bleachers, noting it tells a story about a highschool football player and highlighting a wise line about the dangers of becoming a huge star at a young age.

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there's a John Grisham novel called Bleachers about a high school football player, and I'll paraphrase one of the lines in this novel, and, hey, it's a novel, but it's pretty wise, which is the worst thing that can happen to somebody is they become the biggest deal ever when they're 18 or 19 years old because there's a whole lifetime ahead of you.

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A novel was mentioned in the context of discussing how becoming the biggest deal at a young age can negatively impact someone's entire lifetime ahead.

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In fact, there's a John Grisham novel called Bleachers about a high school football player, and I'll paraphrase one of the lines in this novel, and hey, it's a novel, but it's pretty wise, which is the worst thing that can happen to somebody is they become the biggest deal ever when they're 18 or 19 years old, because there's a whole lifetime ahead of you.

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Dan Hurley

Never Stop

Life, Leadership, and What It Takes to Be Great

The book was highlighted when Dan Hurley appeared on the show and described his new memoir as a personal recount of his life, leadership lessons, and the qualities needed for greatness. He noted that it was co‑written with journalist Ian O'Connor and mentioned its upcoming release date. The discussion presented the title in a positive light, emphasizing its inspirational content for listeners.

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Dan Hurley talked about his new memoir, describing it as a personal recount of his life, leadership insights, and the qualities needed to achieve greatness.

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Dan Hurley, he's got a new memoir, Never Stopped, Life, Leadership, and What It Takes to Be Great. Before we get to the book, do you want to weigh on this topic of driving in the fast lane?

He's Dan Hurley. The book is Never Stop Life, Leadership and What It Takes to Be Great. And he co-wrote this with great writer Ian O'Connor.

That's a Dan Hurley. The book is called Never Stop life leadership and what it takes to be great.

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The show highlighted Dan Hurley's memoir, describing it as a personal account of his life, leadership and what it takes to be great, cowritten with journalist Ian O'Connor.

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He's Dan Hurley. The book is Never Stop Life Leadership and What It Takes to Be Great. And he co-wrote this with great writer Ian O'Connor.

That's Dan Hurley. The book is called Never Stop, Life Leadership and What It Takes to Be Great. And he co-wrote it with Ian O'Connor, who's had a couple of New York Times bestsellers. It's available online September 30th.

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Dan Hurley talked about his memoir that chronicles his personal struggles, leadership lessons and what it takes to achieve greatness. He noted that the book was cowritten with journalist Ian O'Connor.

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Dan Hurley, he's got a new memoir, Never Stopped, Life, Leadership, and What It Takes to Be Great.

He's Dan Hurley. The book is Never Stop, Life, Leadership, and What It Takes to Be Great. And he co-wrote this with great writer Ian O'Connor.

That's Dan Hurley. The book is called Never Stop Life, Leadership, and What It Takes to Be Great.

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Taunishia Zoa

The Shameless Plug

The Curse of my Father

Chris Webber briefly mentioned the title during two episodes, noting that he had to interview Ray Jackson for the book. No further commentary or recommendation about the book’s content was provided.

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Chris Webber said he had interviewed Ray Jackson for his book, "ShamelessPlug."

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I had to interview him for my book, Shameless Plug.

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Chris Webber said he had interviewed Ray Jackson for his book titled Shameless Plug.

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Ray Jackson. I had to interview him for my book, Shameless Plug, but I have forgotten.

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Chris Webber said he had interviewed Ray Jackson for his own book titled Shameless Plug.

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He's Chris Webber, Hall of Famer... I had to interview him for my book, Shameless Plug, but I have forgotten.

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Dan Brown

The Da Vinci Code

The hosts highlighted the novel's massive popularity, noting millions of copies sold and the author's need for an armed guard, and one of them expressed that they loved the Dan Brown version. The book was mentioned as a cultural touchstone rather than being deeply reviewed.

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The speakers discussed Dan Brown's fame, noting that he had sold millions of copies of The Da Vinci Code and even required an armed guard due to death threats. They recounted a humorous mixup where the caller thought he was meeting the celebrity author on a golf outing.

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And I said, Al, Dan Brown was the celebrity? ... I call my wife right away. I go, hey, I'm playing golf. And I'm playing golf with Dan Brown. So you're playing golf with a guy who has the same name as the guy who wrote The Da Vinci Code? I go, no, no, it's him.

He told me how many millions of books he sold with The Da Vinci Code. He had to have an armed guard 247 because of The Da Vinci Code.

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The hosts referenced the novel, noting they loved the Dan Brown version of the book.

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I can prove your point. Yeah. It's The Da Vinci Code. I love the Dan Brown version.

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J.K. Rowling

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone (1)

He mentioned possibly reading Harry Potter while also watching its movies.

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Maybe I read Harry Potter and watch the movies as well.

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He mentioned possibly reading Harry Potter while also watching its movies.

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Maybe I read Harry Potter and watch the movies as well.

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The hosts referenced the Harry Potter series while discussing how a hot girl who enjoys nerdy things isn't considered a nerd.

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you know like harry potter but you're a hot girl that likes nerdy stuff you're not a nerd

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Peter Benchley

Jaws

A Novel

They noted the film's 50year anniversary and called it an alltime great, highlighting its lasting impact.

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I wanted to add Jaws. It's its 50-year anniversary this year, I believe. Yep. That's an all-time great.

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They noted the film's 50year anniversary and called it an alltime great, highlighting its lasting impact.

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I wanted to add Jaws. It's its 50-year anniversary this year, I believe. Yep. That's an all-time great.

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The book was mentioned as an example they used years ago when discussing content ideas.

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At least at that time, I know years ago it was Jaws and in many ways.

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