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The Chris Ham podcast

A podcast with no boundaries when it comes to topics. Nuanced topic themes that aren’t widely discussed. It bundles sports, politics, and philosophy with a cross section of guests.

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00:15:14

21. Cigarette smoker intolerance & NFL Week 8 to Week...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/11/02

This is a shorter episode than usual. I start ranting about a very inconsiderate cigarette smoker at a gas station. (0:00-5:23) I then dive into Week 9 picks ATS(6:08-13:20) Hot take- Cigarettes erode your 1-10 attractiveness ratings boys and girls(13:21-15:16)

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01:09:07

20. Guest- Jen Aloisi Ham- Wife Banter Part 2-...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/11/01

LONGER SHOW than usual. Part 2 of 2 with my wife Jen. I start talking about the ebb and flows of Halloween as we go through the phases of life. I then go into how Halloween originated, evolved, and the weird symbols/traditions we accept. I don't really like it! (0:00-8:13). TURN UP THE SOUND- Jen and I are back at it and we dive into pregnancy #2- halfway through, breast milk versus formula, finding out gender is always a f*cking "surprise" regardless of when you find out (8:15-22:48) Hardest versus

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00:58:54

19. Guest- Jen Aloisi Ham- Wife Banter Part 1- Your...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/10/27

LONGER SHOW than usual. Part 1 of 2 with my wife Jen. My usual NFL meat is at the end! I start with an episode outline.(0:00-0:55) My wife Jen is finally featured on the pod! She starts with a Romo rant and thinks he is a overrated of an announcer as he was as a player. She comes with plenty of sass and we start with the description of our couch studio, go through her historicly accurate sports predictions(Cam, RG3, Rodgers, Cutler, Arians), all while being given a lot of $hit for Sam Darnold and my

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00:31:32

18. Chiefs in Convertibles, Ghosting, Toddler...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/10/19

I wanted my wife Jen on this week but life happened and we are delayed(0:00-3:19).I begin talking about the adopted word “chief”, why I love it, and a local example of one(3:20- 9:48).I then talk about why it’s cowardly to ghost people.(9:51-12:28).I then give a few updates on parenting a 3-year old(12:31-15:44).Then we jump into the NFL-why Darnold is better than Sanchez by a mile and better currently than the other NY QB(16:28-22:04).Week 7 storylines and picks ATS(22:05-29:24).Hot Take- You

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00:39:44

17. Am I prengant or are we preganant? Limited...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/10/12

I start with tip jars- I'm all for them but I want to be seen putting money in them! I do. (0:00-4:00) I then segue to the unspoken nuances of early pregnancy- awkwardness around "trying", first trimester hiding, Jen almost got into a fight 1st trimester when we were preganant with our first. (4:01-15:50) I discuss the philosophical concept that we simplify people and situations but overcomplicated outcomes.(15:54- 20:05). I discuss how people jump on teams like the Jets more quickly because

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00:28:27

16. Always a Groomsman Never a Best Man, Aristotle &...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/10/05

I start this episode talking about how we are on the brink of a new decade and reflect more about friend/family dynamics. I talk about how everyone has a bandwidth when it comes to friendships and family time and a good metaphor is a parking lot. We talk about the classification of friendships and look at data from psychologists and anthropologists.(0:00-14:05) NFL week 4 to week 5 storylines- Danny Dimes, Cousins, and the machines of the Pats/Chiefs(14:50-20:49) Ham Hot Sharp Butter Knife Picks

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00:31:35

15. September Insects, Fur Coats, Matt Ryan 700 years...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/09/28

I start the episode discussing the great weather this time of the year but boy do I hate insects(0:00-3:49). I then share an unexpected commuting delay(3:50-7:34). Beware of the "no offense" disclaimer from people and a big personal announcement(7:35-10:44). Upcoming episode topics(10:45-12:59). A few philosophical debates- do actions speak louder than words? what would athletes be centuries ago? (13:06-18:14). NFL week 3 to 4 storylines(18:59-23:20). Ham Sharp Hot Butter Knife Picks

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00:31:50

14. Neck Tattoos, Road Rage& NFL Week 2 to Week 3 Bridge

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/09/21

I start the episode discussing the direct relationsip between tattoo coverage and craziness.(0:00-3:50) I then segue to the romantacism of Eli Manning and yes he is a clutch hero but not a first ballot NFL Hall of Famer. (3:51-13:10) Matt Ryan is overrated and Russell Wilson is underrated.(13:15-18:18) Why Roger Goodell is a lackluster commissioner.(18:19-20:45) Recap of storylines going into week 3 of the NFL.(21:30-23:25) Ham Sharp Hot Butter Knife Picks ATS.(23:26-27:18) Road Rage story &

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00:41:19

13. 9/11 sucked, Antonio Brown Zone, and Pump the...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/09/14

I start on a somber note discussing the magnitude of 9/11 and how even though I didn't lose loved ones, as I get older, I feel the pain more acutely. I recount how that day unfolded for me. (1:20-10:00) NFL week 1 to week 2 bridge and what to expect every week.(10:03-11:08) Antonio Brown can't surprirse you anymore and the reactionary response to the Patriots- calm down! It's one week and they always kick the Steelers a$$!(11:09-19:36) The Jets are bad but not THAT bad. Games are played on

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00:41:22

12. NFL 2019 Preview Part 2 & Hard Knocks Season...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/09/07

The NFL 2019 season is here! Mitch Trubisky ain't good! Why are people surprised?(0:00-5:15) NFL high level trends- there is parity. You should always forecast a handful of playoff turnover(5:15-6:50) AFC breakdown(6:51-19:50) NFC breakdown(20:36- Seaons finishses, awards, hot takes summarized(32:56-35:13) Hard Knocks recap(35:14) Hot Take- Hurricane names(39:47-41:08)

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00:40:50

11. Guns, White Hoods, and Denial ain't a River

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/09/04

Gun control is my single biggest political priority - This episode goes deep on gun violence statistics, common arguments, and ties the promotion of gun to white nationalism and dog whistle racism. Hot take- College kids, stop paying separately when you order food on line!( 0:51-3:17). I am scared every day. How unique our gun problem is in America and mass shootings are getting worse.(3:18-7:21) Me and other liberals like me- don't want to take your guns. I talk about what legislation I would

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00:39:28

10. Scared to have a Teenage Girl, Hard Knocks...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/09/03

I start discussing horror of teenage dressing and how navigating this reality is in the not-so distant future. (0:00-2:57) I then give a recap, LATE, I'm sorry of Hard Knocks Episode 4. Knock on wood if you're with me!(5:09-17:31) Finally I go around the league breaking down every single AFC and NFC coaching staff and note things to watch as we are days away from the 2019 NFL season! (17:36-37:59) I end with a hot take about impatient drivers. (38:02-39:05)

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00:12:19

9. NFL Hard Knocks Episode 3 Recap

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/08/26

I’m not a chicken, you’re a turkey commercial(1:21-3:21). Hard Knocks episode 3 recap(3:22-12:29)

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00:33:15

8. Great White Hope QB Phenomenon & Hard Knocks...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/08/19

Some more football- I breakdown a hypothetical trade thrown out by a group text with friends that sparked me to illustrate that at times NFL teams reach for certain white QBs. Mitch Trubisky is polarizing for that reason. We then talk more Hard Knocks. Road construction in August sucks(0:37-2:28). Why Mitch Trubisky bothers me and I root against him. Comparing him to Patrick Mahomes is laughable(2:29-17:39). Hard Knocks 2019 episode 2 recap(17:40-26:12). Ham Hot Takes- Boycotts don't scale &

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00:31:58

7. NFL Hard Knocks Recap & NFL Hot Takes

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/08/13

A lighter listen- I love football and we get excited for the upcoming 2019 season by recapping the season premier of Hard Knocks, and knock out some early hot takes for the NFL season. My sneakers are falling apart and here's why(0:37-2:33). Where and how I met John Gruden & Hard Knocks episode 1 recap(2:24-11:38). I love the Yankees, Jets, mixed race QBs, and QBs that are 5'10"(11:39-18:30). 4 sizzling Ham Hot Takes for the 2019 NFL season(18:31-26:02). Ham Life Hot Takes- The Cleveland Indians

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00:35:12

6. Boys to Men, Girls to Women & Maple Syrup

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/08/06

Do you ever get frustrated with outdated or stale assumptions by family or friends? - This episode tackles why even as we become men and women, it's hard for people that have known us our whole lives to see us differently. Vacation to Vermont gave me a boost & how the famous Joe Pesci and Frank Vincent scene from GoodFellas sets the stage for a common interaction for people as they progress through the first couple decades as an adult( 0:46-3:51 ). How first impressions are really tough to change

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01:21:22

5. Guest- Eddie Buckles Former Naval Officer-America-...

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/07/27

Do flag protests bother you? Do the people who complain about the protests bother you? In this episode we explore America and how the flag is intepreted by our citizens including a detailed perspective from a military veteran. Wedding proposals, playing sports in extreme heat(1:48-4:04). Why it's important to fight not flight when we are part of something suboptimal like the UNITED STATES(4:05-7:02). Why do we not apply this to the country and it has nothing to do with military respect?(7:03-

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01:17:04

4. Guest- Dr. Daya Grant-Don't you one-drop rule me

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/07/17

Why the “one-drop rule” has become a lazy practice for a lot of Americans- On this episode I express my displeasure about racial classifications in this country and bring in another bi-racial friend to highlight our common ground in spite of being a different racial mix. Discussion about wedding anniversary, my toddler’s birthday, and Sesame Place getaway (2:08-5:30). People have a tendency to oversimplify in life (5:31-9:05). Mixed race trends and the history of the “one drop rule” and why it’s

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00:28:52

3. A yuppie afraid of the police

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/07/02

How a yuppie became afraid of the police- An experience is a major catalyst to change and describes how in the upper middle class my whole life didn’t insulate me from an institutional problem—>Girls and guys dinners contrasted(0:00-1:44). Common myths debunked(1:45-4:11). Early attitudes toward police(4:12-10:34). An experience that changed my life(10:35-17:09). Changed despite stronger socioeconomic identity(17:10-22:43). Rants- Harvard graduates/before the “real world” behavior (22:44).

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00:30:05

2. Friends forever?

The Chris Ham podcast ·

2019/06/24

What you don’t hear about friendships when you’re a little kid- How friendships evolve through your first few decades of life(3:17). Rants: Elevator button impatience and elderly drivers(25:53)

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