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Feb 2025
36m 21s

The Play by Play - 2024 Year in Review

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The Play by Play - 2024 Year in Review

Hosts: Jack McFarlane & Nick Schlemmer

 

Summary

In this episode of The Play by Play podcast, hosts Jack and Nick reflect on the major events, sports championships, and music trends of 2024. They discuss the highlights of the year, including the Summer Olympics, the total solar eclipse, and the presidential election. The conversation then shifts to sports, celebrating the achievements of teams and athletes across various leagues.

Finally, they look at the music scene, analyzing the top artists and songs of the year, with a special focus on Taylor Swift's dominance in the charts. They talk about the top music albums, podcasts, and movies of 2024, sharing their personal favorites and surprises. They also make predictions for 2025, discussing potential trends in music, film, and cryptocurrency, while emphasizing the importance of setting goals for the new year.

Chapters

00:00 Welcome to 2025

01:20 Reflecting on 2024 Major Events and Highlights

04:35 Celebrating Sports Winners of 2024

10:52 Music Trends and Top Artists

21:59 Exploring Top Podcasts

24:41 Box Office Hits of 2024

27:38 Predictions for 2025

35:00 Quote of the Show for the New Year

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