Parhaat Big Bob Podcastit (2024)

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Finding Hope in the Dark with Kevin Kelly 22:32

2d ago22:32

22:32

Kevin Kelly shares his journey from a life of crime and incarceration to finding faith and serving the poor and marginalized. He emphasizes the importance of meeting and learning from people in difficult circumstances, as they can be our teachers. Kevin and his wife Molly run Basic Ministry, a nonprofit that feeds and supports the homeless in Los A…

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 164 – Don’t Ding Me 1:06:54

1d ago1:06:54

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After Rob’s trip to Atlanta last week, we go over the stuff that happened while he was on the road – and how surprised some of us were that Jamal Murray didn’t get suspended for his heat-pad toss. It’s also wild to see the Timberwolves playing with way less effort and enthusiasm with Rudy Gobert in the line-up, proving to Rob and B-Dog that he shou…

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56. Jenna Saucedo-Herrera and Emily Royall: Innovation in San Antonio 54:06

6d ago54:06

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This week, two perspectives on innovation in San Antonio. We revisit our conversations with Jenna Saucedo-Herrera of Greater: SATX as she discusses how San Antonio is winning on workforce development, and Emily Royall of Smart Cities San Antonio on how her team is using data to improve the quality of life for San Antonians. Listen in full to both c…

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 47 – Pregnant Bikini Contest 19:22

6d ago19:22

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A really fun bonus show kicks off the weekend with the amazing Brady roast – which Tom Brady immediately regretted – Rob tells us the story about getting committed to judging a pregnant bikini contest. And after a member of the Padres AAA affiliate found out he was getting traded while standing on second base, we ask Rob where he was when he found …

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 163 – Like Bin Laden Breaking Down Game Film 1:05:36

8d ago1:05:36

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There is SO much to get into on this week’s show – and we start with the Timberwolves, as Minnesota shocks the world by taking the first two games in Denver… but not Robert Horry! Rob aw the flaws in the Denver bench during the Lakers series. And somehow the Timberwolves were better without Rudy Gobert, Trae Young saying Ant Man should have been an…

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55. Garrett T. Capps: Honky-Tonk in San Antone and Beyond 33:44

8d ago33:44

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We have Garrett T. Capps in the studio this week with guest hosts Kory Cook of KRTU 91.7 and Nicholas Frank of the San Antonio Report. Garrett T. Capps tours internationally with his band, Nasa Country, and has been a longtime curator of unique musical events in our city. Listen as we discuss how Capps has created space for other touring musicians …

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Big Shot Bob - Shoot Around Ep 46 - The Credit Card Swipe 23:32

13d ago23:32

23:32

As we look back on the NFL Draft, a listener takes a look at Rob's NBA Draft outfit from 1992 and asks why Rob chose to roll with that tie! And after Timberwolves head coach Chris Finch tore his knee after a sideline collision, we want to know if Rob ever suffered a strange/stupid injury during his playing days. MLB is rolling out their City Connec…

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Embracing Uncomfortable Conversations with Emmanuel Acho 26:10

16d ago26:10

26:10

Today I’m with my new friend, Emmanuel Acho. Emmanuel is a former NFL linebacker, modern thought leader and New York Times bestselling author. We chat about his background, faith journey, and his work in embracing uncomfortable conversations. He talks about the pressure to conform and the importance of leading with delight. Emmanuel emphasizes the …

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 162 – Shop Like My Momma 1:05:19

15d ago1:05:19

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We roll into this week’s show with LeBron flinching on a woman in the front row of the Nuggets-Lakers Game 5, and how Rob felt about the Lakers performance as they were eliminated in the first round. Rob thinks Denver is vulnerable as they prepare to take on the high-powered Timberwolves, and while Rob picks Minnesota to win and advance, B-Dog thin…

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54. Liz Tullis and Dr. Peter Fox on the Conrad Smiles Foundation 47:53

15d ago47:53

47:53

Liz Tullis never gave up advocating for her son Conrad after his near-drowning and anoxic brain injury as an infant. Neither did Dr. Peter Fox, the founder and head of the University of Texas Health Science Center's Research Imaging Institute in San Antonio; and they are this week's guests. Listen as they discuss their unlikely journey to change ho…

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 45 – His Shoes Weren’t Even Tied 21:42

20d ago21:42

21:42

The NBA Playoffs always bring back memories for Rob as we kick off this week’s bonus show. We also get into Jim Harbough’s Michigan tattoo, and ask Rob if there was ever a tattoo promise on any team he played for… and he says if the Lakers had gone 16-0 in the playoffs they probably would have gotten a tattoo. We also kick around the anonymous poll…

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Optimism and Leadership with Carey Nieuwhof 40:20

23d ago40:20

40:20

Today I get to sit down with a longtime friend of mine, Carey Nieuwhof. Listen in with us as we discuss the importance of optimism and how we might rebuild our optimism after having experienced burnout. We chat about the value of friendship, curiosity, and the intentional pursuit of shared experiences. We also talk about the role of leaders in empo…

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 161 – I Played With Robert Horry 1:06:40

22d ago1:06:40

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We go BIG on the NBA Playoffs this week, especially after Rob had to work the Lakers-Nuggets Game 2 where the Lakers blew a 20-point lead. Rob says Jamal Murray is going to continue to be a problem for the Lakers, as his averages against LA are way up from the regular season, and we all question the game plan down the stretch and how the team menta…

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53. Bonnie Prosser Elder and David Zammiello, San Antonio Charter Review Commission 43:00

22d ago43:00

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Today's guests are Bonnie Prosser Elder and David Zammiello, the volunteer co-chairs of Mayor Ron Nirenberg’s 15-member Charter Review Commission, formed last November to explore amendments to the city charter for voters to consider on the Nov. 5 ballot.Kirjoittanut Bob Rivard

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Making A Difference with Edgar Sandoval 23:31

28d ago23:31

23:31

Edgar Sandoval, President and CEO of World Vision, joins me for a bonus episode of the Dream Big podcast and shares insights to the challenges and successes of leading a global humanitarian organization. He emphasizes the importance of local ownership and government support in achieving sustainable change. I hope this conversation encourages you to…

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 44 – Don’t Look Under the Blanket 28:16

27d ago28:16

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The bonus show opens with the Allen Iverson statue controversy coming out of Philadelphia, after the Internet turned on the 76ers for unveiling a very small statue for Allen Iverson… but context matters, because every Philly legend has the same small statue outside the practice facility. Plus Kevin Durant talks about staying healthy this season by …

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Rediscovering Grace with Kimberly Stuart 23:58

30d ago23:58

23:58

Today I get to sit down with my dear friend and fellow writer, Kimberly Stuart. We chat a bit about the role grace plays in our faith and how it's sometimes misused. Be sure to grab a copy of Kim's newest book, "Star for Jesus (And Other Jobs I Quit): Rediscovering the Grace That Sets Us Free." Connect with Kim: @kimberly.stuart.writes Connect with…

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 160 – Man of the People 54:17

30d ago54:17

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It’s a full NBA Playoff Preview on this week’s show, and we open things up with Mike Greenberg’s comments about the Lakers “tanking” the play-in game so they can try to get the #8 seed to face OKC instead of taking the #7 seed and facing Denver… and Rob AGREES with him! We debate the merit of playing the tougher teams early instead of late, and div…

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52. Joe Holley on Power: How the Electric Co-Op Movement Energized the Lone Star State 32:22

1M ago32:22

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This week’s guest is Joe Holley, a longtime Texas journalist and the author of a new book titled “Power: How the Electric Co-Op Movement Energized the Lone Star State.” Power is a book that anyone who cares about Texas history and the state’s development will want to read, and Joe will be a featured author at this year’s San Antonio Book Festival a…

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 43 – About to Move Some Furniture 27:06

1M ago27:06

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We are loaded for the bonus show this week, and we start with former Warriors GM Bob Myers who somehow couldn’t find the leak of the Draymond Green vs Jordan Poole fight. Even though the team keeps track of everyone in and out of practice, Rob thinks it must have been hacked or buried on purpose. We also dive into some listener questions about whet…

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 159 – Don’t Use the Same Tube 56:37

1M ago56:37

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We’re a day late this week because Rob had to have a colonoscopy, which leads to some weird and funny observations about going to the doctor. We also ask Rob if he thinks the Lakers have turned their back on Darvin Ham, and Rob says seeing guys walk out of the huddle is very normal in the NBA because guys know the play that the coach is drawing up.…

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51. Cat Dizon at the Helm of San Antonio’s Accredited Investor Community 38:59

1M ago38:59

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San Antonio entrepreneurs and startups often find themselves meeting with Cat Dizon, the chief operating officer at venture capital firm Active Capital and the chairwoman of the Geekdom board. The former senior Rackspace executive is the gatekeeper to San Antonio's leading seed fund, and is always on the lookout for young, promising businesses.…

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Every Day A Miracle with Matt Brown 16:26

1M ago16:26

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This month we have some fun Friday bonus episodes lined up for you! In today’s episode you’ll hear from my friend, Matt Brown, who is the founding and lead pastor of Sandals Church. From unexpected healing to divine interventions, Matt's new book, "Every Day a Miracle," sheds light on the extraordinary moments that often go unnoticed. As you listen…

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Big Shot Bob - Shoot Around Ep 42 - Squatters Rights 20:24

1M ago20:24

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We open up the bonus show this week by looking at the sale of Kobe's championship ring at auction, which set a record, and Jenners did not realize that they gave every winner two rings for winning a title. And a listener question asks if the Lakers need a third star this offseason and Rob jokes that if the guys, they have plays to their potential t…

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Happy Habits with Arthur Brooks 25:44

1M ago25:44

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In this episode, the brilliant Arthur Brooks shares with us the science that drives happiness and how we might lead a happier life. He explains the difference between pleasure and enjoyment. He also shares the four habits of the happiest people: faith, family, friends, and work that serves others. Arthur also highlights the significance of authenti…

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Big Shot Bob – Episode 158 – The State Flag Has Wrinkles 1:02:35

1M ago1:02:35

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Rob was in the building to see Alabama knock off North Carolina and advance to the Final Four, and the crew talks about the DJ Burns phenomenon at NC State, the Iowa-LSU game on the women’s side, and Zach Edey’s controversial comments after Purdue advanced to the Final Four. We also get into the LeBron James comments that his career is reaching its…

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50. Asia Ciaravino: Rediscovering the San Pedro Playhouse 36:51

2M ago36:51

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Innovative interpretations of theatrical classics are creating a buzz in San Antonio at the San Pedro Playhouse under this week's guest, returning CEO Asia Ciaravino, who continues to re-energize the city's oldest performing arts organization. April's performances of "A Midsummer's Night Sueño" suggest this will not be a traditional performance of …

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 41 – Shaq Broke That Rule 29:34

2M ago29:34

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Rob wants to know how B-Dog treats his beard as we open the bonus show this week. We also take a minute to recognize Opening Day as the national holiday it deserves to be, and we ask Rob how important it really is for players to play in a city they love as we reflect on the failure of the Nets to attract star players. Plus Rob reminds Mike Greenber…

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 157 – Too Many Bathrooms 1:05:29

2M ago1:05:29

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Rob is going to see Alabama take on North Carolina in the Sweet Sixteen in LA this week, as Rob hopes to see his Tide avenge his last college basketball loss which came at the hands of UNC. Plus the tournament talk launches us into a debate about the merits of the transfer portal, in both basketball and football, and how bad the NCAA has been about…

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49. Mark Carmona Addresses San Antonio’s Housing Affordability Needs 47:03

2M ago47:03

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Why is affordable housing in San Antonio everyone's problem? This week’s guest is Mark Carmona, the city of San Antonio’s first Chief Housing Officer, a position created by City Council in 2018 when council members first approved Mayor Ron Nirenberg’s housing initiative. Carmona overees the city’s Strategic Housing Implementation Plan (SHIP), and p…

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 40 – Evade the Obvious 34:09

2M ago34:09

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Lots of great topics in this week’s bonus show, including Jalen Rose saying the #23 should be retired across the NBA in honor of Michael Jordan… and Rob and B-Dog strongly disagree on this one. We also have a debate about the players with the highest peaks in their careers, which leads to even more disagreement amongst the group. Plus Steph Curry m…

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 156 – A Kardashian Showed Up 1:00:28

2M ago1:00:28

1:00:28

Robert Horry opens the show this week by talking about his dislike for coffee, the cool special needs event he was privileged to attend this week, and the upcoming interview he has with his son Christian now that he’s committed to UCLA. We also talk about the Jalen Johnson dunk on Austin Reaves, and the dunk of the year, as Anthony Edwards postered…

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Courage and Creativity with Randall Wallace 33:13

2M ago33:13

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Today Bob is joined by his new friend Randall Wallace. As a screenwriter and film director, Randall shares some insights into his journey in the movie industry and the roles of faith and creativity in his life. He shares the inspiration behind his iconic film Braveheart and the importance of facing setbacks with courage. One of his latest projects …

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 39 – More Pep in Your Step 23:51

2M ago23:51

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In this week’s bonus show, we address the typos on the Kobe statue outside of Cyrpto, which leads us into a conversation about words we simply cannot spell. Plus Ty Lue said this week that Jalen Green and Cam Whitmore in Houston remind him of when Vince Carter and Tracey McGrady arrived in Toronto, and while Rob loves them he wishes they were more …

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48. Farm to Table Food Sustainability with Mitch Hagney and Elizabeth Johnson 43:34

2M ago43:34

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A special episode on food sustainability in San Antonio from farm to table that revisits two of the first episodes of bigcitysmalltown. Look back with us as food systems activist Mitch Hagney and Chef Elizabeth Johnson discuss the sustainability of food systems and how we can increase access to local, healthy food for the citizens of San Antonio. T…

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Big Shot Bob – Ep 155 – Smell the Wood Burning 1:09:23

2M ago1:09:23

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Robert Horry celebrates his son Christian’s team, Harvard Westlake, celebrating their second straight State Championship – as Chris gets ready to transition to UCLA this fall and get involved in the college program. On the NBA front we get into the perception of the Lakers “deep bench” as it’s touted by the media, and how the Lakers have flashes of…

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47. Ileana Gonzalez, Next Generation Leader of Tech Bloc 32:11

2M ago32:11

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How is San Antonio perfectly positioned to blend LatAm culture with an American mindset to attract and retain talent? This week’s guest is Ileana Gonzales, the CEO of Tech Bloc, a position she assumed in 2023. Like a storm in 2015, Tech Bloc’s impact was significant and rapid, and energized the previously unorganized tech community. Gonzales is a G…

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Big Shot Bob – Shoot Around Ep 38 – Always Check on the Money 27:19

2M ago27:19

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We open the bonus show with how excited we are for March Madness, and get Rob’s memories of playing in the tournament and what it was like compared to the NBA Playoffs. And after Jimmy Butler spoke about “Playoff Jimmy” being the best player in the postseason, we get into a conversation about the guys who were always at their best when the Playoffs…

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Remaining Authentic with Todd Tilghman 26:24

2M ago26:24

26:24

In this week's episode, Bob sits down with Todd Tilghman, winner of “The Voice” season 18, for an inspiring conversation about embracing authenticity and following your dreams (it’s never too late). Todd shares some of the challenges and rewards he faced in his journey from being a pastor to pursuing a music career. Get ready to be encouraged and c…

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Big Shot Bob – Episode 154 – Clayton Crowley and Your Mom 59:30

2M ago59:30

59:30

We’re joined by YouTube creator Clayton Crowley, who put out the video last week about Rob as “The Greatest Role Player in NBA History”, as it was really well done. This video has since popped off on YouTube, and Clayton talks why he made it, why he loves hoops, and why he chose to put the spotlight on Rob’s career. We also joke about stories that …

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46. Maura Bobbitt Aims to Deliver Affordable, Green Burial Services to San Antonians 44:51

3M ago44:51

44:51

Can you afford to die? This week’s guest is Maura Bobbitt, a death rights advocate focused on envisioning a future where our death and grief practices can be individually- and community-focused, radically accepting, environmentally-friendly, and divested from capitalist forces.Kirjoittanut Bob Rivard

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