Gulf Coast Sports Show 071026
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Gulf Coast Sports Report 071026 Season 16, Episode 16 Hosts: Mike Forman and Chris Doelle Key Topics Covered • Discussion on the upcoming draft (Saturday/Sunday format) and local prospect Ryan Peterson (Shiner/Sam Houston) • Pro Baseball Update: Tracking local talent like Brady Parker (Colorado Rockies organization) and reflecting on the draft history of Jared Kelly and Doug Drabek • Local Coaching News: Lee Jagger departs Victoria Veterans Memorial to become the head baseball coach and assistant athletic director at Beeville • Victoria Generals: The team has already...
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This Week in Victoria 070826
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This Week in Victoria 070826 Season 15, Episode 11 Welcome to This Week in Victoria! Each week, Brother Gary Moses and Chris Doelle sit down and go over all the happenings in the Crossroads area. This is a special episode of This Week in Victoria featuring Brother Gary himself. Listen to learn more about the Brother Gary Moses Project, and to hear a word from Brother Gary himself. Chris and Gary encourage everyone to go out and support the sponsors and local events mentioned. Theme music is Creative Commons Music by Jason Shaw on Audionautix.com
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The Emotions of Writing
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SHOW NOTES Publishing your first book is often imagined as a triumphant finish line—but the emotional reality is far more complex. In this deeply personal episode, Inger Johnson explores the highs and lows that follow publication, from the excitement of holding your book for the first time to the vulnerability, self-doubt, loneliness, and unexpected emotional crash many authors experience. If you're preparing to publish, recently launched your book, or wondering why success doesn't always feel the way you expected, this episode offers reassurance, perspective, and encouragement. Talking...
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AI Token Usage Hack
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The Marketing Drive Short marketing message that you can use right now! AI Token Usage Hack Host: Chris Doelle | Production: Fresh Media Works Episode Theme: Optimizing AI Token Usage and Cost Efficiency Kay topics: • The Problem: High AI API bills and hitting usage limits unexpectedly. • Immediate Solution: Enable usage governors within AI engines to set spending limits or receive alerts at specific thresholds. • AI-Driven Analysis: Use the AI itself to analyze your usage patterns. Copy/paste your credit history or upload a usage report to the AI and ask for a breakdown to...
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A Cross Country Lesson in Starting
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The Marketing Drive Short marketing message that you can use right now! A Cross Country Lesson in Starting Host: Chris Doelle | Production: Fresh Media Works Episode Theme: The power of the head start and the importance of starting before you feel ready. The Story of Horatio Nelson Jackson: • The Bet: In 1903, Jackson bet $50 he could drive from San Francisco to New York in under 90 days, despite having no car, no experience, and no road maps. • The Journey: Driving a used Winton Touring car named "Vermont," Jackson and mechanic Sewall Crocker faced blown tires, major breakdowns, and...
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AI Assembled — Episode AIA070626
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AI Assembled 070626 Season 03, Episode 30 AI Assembled is a cutting-edge podcast where AI takes center stage. Hosted by Chris Doelle, the show features content sourced by ChatGPT, Grok, Claude, Deep Seek, Manus, and others and expertly crafted into engaging discussions through Genspark. Each episode dives into the latest developments in artificial intelligence, blending human insight with the power of machine-generated storytelling. Tune in to explore how AI is reshaping industries, all with the help of innovative AI tools working behind the scenes. What’s inside: - The...
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Basketball - Jake McDonald
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Montgomery Athletics Show 070626 Season 1, Episode 43 Basketball - Jake McDonald Coaches, Booster Clubs - want your own coaches show that works as a fundraiser for your program? brought to you by Call the fan feedback line 713-568-6361 and let us hear what you have to say!
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A Disaster That Redefined Leadership
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SHOW NOTES: In the wake of the devastating July 2025 Texas Hill Country floods, Coach Tate DeMasco shares how his community united to support families, assist first responders, and bring hope during one of the deadliest inland flooding disasters in U.S. history. Hear powerful lessons on leadership, faith, resilience, and the extraordinary impact of selfless service in the face of tragedy. In this episode: • The July flood response • Rescue stories that inspired a community • Faith in the face of tragedy • Leadership through service • Community unity and resilience • Support...
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The Ray-Miller Rivalry: A Golden Era of South Texas Football
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Episode Summary Hosts Manuel Flores and Randy Lynch reminisce about the historic games, coaches, and athletes that defined the South Texas sports landscape during the 1950s and 60s. The episode highlights the 1958 Robstown Little League team’s historic run to the state title and national playoffs, which set the tone for the region's long-standing baseball tradition. The core of the discussion focuses on the legendary Ray-Miller rivalry, a Thanksgiving Day tradition where both schools achieved back-to-back state championships in 1959 (Ray) and 1960 (Miller). The hosts contrast the coaching...
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Gulf Coast Sports Show 070326
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Gulf Coast Sports Report 070326 Season 16, Episode 15 Hosts: Mike Forman and Chris Doelle Episode Summary Chris Doelle and Mike Forman survey the latest Gulf Coast sports storylines, with a heavy focus on summer 7-on-7 football and what it may signal for the fall. They also touch on new media coverage in South Texas, the Victoria Generals, and upcoming baseball draft watchlists. Key Topics Covered 7-on-7 state tournament recap in College Station, including Ganado’s championship run Ganado’s steady improvement and why the program looks strong heading into fall Cuero’s...
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Chris Doelle makes a simple case for regularly asking listeners to rate and review your show. He argues that reviews help both the audience and the creator by improving recommendations and increasing discoverability.
Main Topics Discussed
Why ratings and reviews matter
- They signal quality and relevance to platform algorithms
- They help listeners get better show recommendations
- They help more people discover the podcast
Why creators forget to ask
- Chris admits he often overlooks this himself
- He frames it as a simple habit, not a complex tactic
- The reminder is to make the ask consistently
How to make the ask
- Pause at the beginning, middle, or end of an episode
- Thank listeners for their time first
- Ask directly for a rating and review on platforms like iTunes or Spotify
What to say
- Explain that ratings help the show reach more people
- Remind listeners the content is free
- Keep the request short, clear, and repeatable
How often to do it
- Include the ask in every episode or at least every other episode
- Make it a standard part of the show format
- Treat it as an easy growth lever
Pull Quote Ask for the rating and review because it helps them and it helps you.
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