Phil Hawkins

I Just Want to Understand...

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A general interest podcast that delves into a wide variety of topics and guests; politics, economics, education, media, sports, anything interesting. To the best of my ability, episodes will come out every week but maybe more, maybe less depending on what's happening. We strive to avoid foul language; you can listen with your kids in the room.

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Phil Hawkins

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Did Chris Webber travel? 06.05.2026 12:28

The final 19 seconds of the 1993 NCAA basketball National Championship Game between the North Carolina Tar Heels and the famous Michigan Fab 5 remains one of the most scrutinized endings in college basketball history. Not because of a brilliant final play. Not because of a dramatic, buzzer-beating shot. But because of a moment—one decision—that changed everything. A timeout… that didn’t exist. And...

Cable News Ratings; How it Works and How They Make Money! 13.04.2026 6:21

You hear it all the time; so-and-so network ratings are up, or down - if it's your competition - or beating the competition by this much! It never ends. What does it all mean? And how does that make them money? We'll explain it in simple terms. This will be a short episode as I didn't want to put you to sleep with all the minutiae of media advertising. The basic concept is all you...

Leticia James' mistake 09.01.2026 6:57

We'll examine exactly what Leticia James is accused of, why it's a big deal and why you should NEVER lie on a mortgage application. Join me with an expert on the mortgage industry who can explain everything.

What makes Texas Texas. 15.12.2025 1:19:07

My guest, Brian Hawkins, an Emmy-winning videographer who, for over 35 years, was the staff videographer for the long-running show Texas Country Reporter. Criss-crossing the state over that time meeting people, examining issues and learning the Texas culture has given Brian an unusual perspective on this unusual state, different from any other. We'll examine why Texas is so popular, why folks...

KTOX-AM; The Most Unusual Radio Station in America. 15.12.2025 43:11

Mike Hagwood has been a staple on KTOX-AM, 1,000 watts at 1340am for 7 years, weekdays from 2-5pm. This is not a media facility that anyone, save it's loyal listeners, will recognize. It's located in the most unlikely of places, Needles, California. Say what you want. No topic or issue is off limits. It's a talk format with no rules. There's no call screener. Callers have been...

What now for the radio industry? 15.12.2025 1:27:51

Join me and Ron Parker, a 40-year - and counting - veteran of the radio industry as we discuss why AM and FM radio station values have plummeted in recent years. Some stations have actually ceased operations and sold their assets for more than the license is worth. Listenership has declined, and the industry is struggling to remain relevant in a fast-changing tech environment. What will become to...