Le Batard & Friends Network

The 2025 NBA All-Star Game introduced a brand-new format, but did it deliver? Steph Curry took home All-Star MVP as Shaq’s veteran squad won the first-ever All-Star tournament, but reactions were mixed. Amin and Izzy break down what worked, what flopped, and the impact of LeBron James and Anthony Edwards sitting out last-minute. They also discuss Mac McClung’s historic dunk contest three-peat and Draymond Green’s criticism of the format—plus, NBA legend Oscar Robertson’s response. Plus, we react to Kyrie Irving's response to Juju Gotti's question at media day.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ’Valentine’ as in will you be my Valentine? (2:50) The Blue Jays have until Monday to negotiate a long-term deal with Vladimir Guerrero Jr. This has been a long, drawn-out process. Are the Blue Jays going to lose him? Will they lose their rebuild star? (13:30) Marcus Stroman didn’t show up. We’ve been talking about him a lot lately because of the “awkward” situation with the Yankees. (21:20) The Browns want a new stadium. Outside of Cleveland. But guess what? They want more public money! (34:05) Review: September 5. (39:45) The Jets have said goodbye to Aaron Rodgers. 2 years. Fever dream. (47:02) The WNBA/NBA 3-point shootout is over. One and done. Steph vs Sabrina. Would have been great in the Bay. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The internet is on fire with talk of Montoya and his epic heart break on Spanish television. Kirsten is here to give us the details on this epic love story. Also, Tony returns for the third time to tell us how his habits have changed with a child. Later, Mike Fuentes recaps his trip to New Orleans for Super Bowl 59 and all the different "guys" he discovered before the crew jumps into another edition of Unpopular Opinions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A play a little game of "if the season began today". Mikey A takes a Fuentes steals a Fuentes take after he spends too long waffling on it. Super Bowl champion tight end Dallas Goedert joins the show fresh off his victory over the Chiefs. Plus, Chris Simms stops by to tell us what went wrong for the Chiefs and why we need to pump the breaks on all of the Jalen Hurts accolades right now. And finally, a game of "Aaron or Aaron?". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sure, fewer people are watching basketball games these days. But the NBA has 76 billion reasons why that doesn't matter. John Skipper, David Samson and Pablo do the math on Adam Silver's real State of the Union — and why a rival, LIV-style league would never succeed. Plus: the goosing of Super Bowl numbers, the ballad of Monty the Giant Schnauzer... and the untold origin story of a certain award-winning sports business podcast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As the NBA gears up for All-Star Weekend in San Francisco, Amin and Izzy break down the new mini-tournament format, the biggest storylines, and what’s at stake for stars like LeBron James, Victor Wembanyama, and Nikola Jokić. Will the revamped format make players care? Can Wemby inject new energy into the event? Plus, we analyze team rosters, betting odds, and the 3-Point Contest, Dunk Contest, and Skills Challenge. Get the ultimate preview before the action tips off! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ’green monster’ as in Boston as in Red Sox as in Fenway Park as in Alex Bregman. Not the Astros. Not longterm. But Bregman is back with Alex Cora. (12:55) Anthony Rendon is hurt again. Every season. The Angels will go down as giving the worst free agent signing of all time. When does this end? (20:50) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about why Yamamoto and Sasaki are starting in Japan. Whose idea was it? (31:40) Review: Let It Ride. (34:46) The Padres signed Nick Pavetta to a strange looking deal. When you look at the Padres cap and roster and future… we got some problems. (41:00) NPPOD. (45:00) Yesterday on DLS we spoke about Title IX and a reverse of an order the Biden Administration made. Let me continue this conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is Bill Belichick's girlfriend a Marvel superhero AND his momager? Why is Elon Musk lying about being a world-class gamer? And would you hire Dr. David Schlong? Plus: TMJ, POE2, foggin' it up, goin' all the way in, pre-mirror narcissism... and Chad Ochocinco's three-inch penis. Further content: DunKings 2 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=quS-Ubn1tKA Elon Musk rose to the top of video game charts. Now he has confessed to cheating. (Drew Harwell) https://www.washingtonpost.com/technology/2025/01/29/elon-musk-video-games-diablo-path-exile/ The Musklash (Max Read) https://maxread.substack.com/p/the-musklash 'Labia puffing' is the latest NSFW cosmetic trend (Brooke Kate) https://nypost.com/2025/02/04/lifestyle/what-is-labia-puffing-the-latest-nsfw-cosmetic-filler-trend/ Chins Are In (Brock Colyar) https://www.vulture.com/article/hollywood-leading-men-plastic-surgery-chins-jawlines.html Subscribe to "Casuals with Katie Nolan" https://www.youtube.com/katienolan Listen to "Sorry for Your Loss" by Michael Cruz Kayne https://www.audible.com/pd/Sorry-for-Your-Loss-Audiobook/B0CGJSXSPF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Izzy and Amin put together a handy list of Do's and Don'ts for new owners to help guide Alex Rodriguez and Marc Lore through the potential pitfalls that come with being a new owner in the NBA. For example, don't trade away your 25-year-old franchise superstar. Plus, breaking down Luka Doncic's first game with the Lakers and all the drama that came with it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ’Game 1’ as in Mookie Betts as in Max Muncy as in the Dodgers as in trying to repeat as in the haters. That’s right, baseball is back! Mookie Betts wants everyone to remain focused on the team. Max Muncy was the haters to shush. (11:02) The Yankees are mad. They say they aren’t mad, but they are mad. Aaron Boone is still talking about the Dodgers. He’s got some bigger problems to deal with. (21:45) How bad will the White Sox be again? GM Chris Getz says they will win more games. Nice! (32:20) Review: Queer. (34:25) Super Bowl ratings are out! A lot of people watched! (42:30) Dak Prescott wants you to know the Cowboys were close. They could have done it. The Eagles got lucky cause the Cowboys were close. (46:20) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amin and Izzy go head-to-head in a battle of NBA knowledge. Find out who the only person to outscore Luka in the playoffs is, plus Mike Conley’s unbeatable record and what to expect from Ben Simmons on the Clippers. Also, Trae Young’s “murky” future, more Dunk Scores, and whether the Dallas Maverick’s should retire Luka's jersey. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ’77’ as Luka Doncic as in Lakers as in LeBron James as in Hollywood. Luka Doncic made his debut. He said he was excited. Said he was nervous. He hadn’t played since Christmas Day. Now we see where the Lakers go. (12:20) We’re bringing back Patrick Dumont. The Mavericks owner was at the Mavs game yesterday and that team still can’t help itself. A fan was kicked out for saying Fire Nico on the video board. Woof. (18:55) The Timberwolves look like they’ll have a new owner. A saga that started back in 2021 could be wrapped up now. Marc Lore and Alex Rodriguez in. Glen Taylor out. (34:45) Review: Avicii - I’m Tim. (39:00) Alex Bregman is still not signed. Is he going back to the Astros? Is he getting 6 years? (45:30) NPPOD. (48:30) We have another A’s in Vegas update. This time it’s about parking. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The ladder for a wannabe GM requires great balance — and not just when you're power-washing bathrooms in Coney Island as a minor-league intern. But Pablo's former classmate possesses an almost comically even-keeled nature that has led him to the top of Major League Baseball, making unemotional (and historically expensive) decisions as President of Baseball Operations for the New York Mets. His journey from racing in a hot-dog costume to working under the Big Apple spotlight for the richest owner in sports has meant turning off sports-talk radio, texting with Darryl Strawberry and, somehow, having no idea who Grimace was. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amin kicks off the show by recapping the NBA season so far for NFL fans tuning back into basketball after the Super Bowl. He and Izzy dive into Mavericks team governor Patrick Dumont's revealing interview with the Dallas Morning News, where he discusses the controversial decision to trade Luka Doncic and shares his thoughts on winning culture. They break down Dumont's eyebrow-raising comments, the implications for Dallas, and reactions from LeBron James. Plus, Anthony Davis' indefinite injury status raises questions about the Lakers' competitiveness, and Jimmy Butler's stunning Warriors debut alongside Stephen Curry takes center stage. Stick around for Hot Streak picks brought to you by DraftKings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It wasn't the Super Bowl we all wanted to see after the Philadelphia Eagles blew out the Kansas City Chiefs, but there was still plenty to talk about. Billy, Mikey A and Fuentes discuss the game, the commercials, the halftime show and Super Bowl parties. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘mortal’ as in Patrick Mahomes as in Travis Kelce as in the Chiefs as in the Super Bowl. That’s right. The Eagles did it. A complete beatdown from Jalen Hurts and the Eagles. This was all about the Birds’ defense. Wow. (13:30) NPPOD. (16:00) Super Bowl commercials. Let’s walk through the best of the best. (22:10) Aaron Rodgers time with the Jets could be over. The team is saying nothing. But reports are it’s a money move, not a football move. (33:24) Review: Soundtrack to a Coup d’etat. We’re a week post-Luka/AD trade. Where do both teams stand? Well, Anthony Davis is hurt. Luka has yet to debut. The Lakers rescinded a trade with the hornets. And the Mavs owner finally spoke. (47:20) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me why the Marlins never retired numbers or had a Hall of Fame. The team just did it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz and Billy close out Super Week with a conversation with Bomani Jones. Bomani talks about getting older, how he found out his place compared to Stephen A. Smith at ESPN and why he loves New Orleans. Dianna Russini joins them to talk about schmoozing and Sarah Spain also stop by. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

As Radio row begins to die down, Stugotz and Billy welcome in Malcom Jenkins, Victor Cruz, Andrew Whitworth, Justin Pugh, Adam Devine, Deuce McAllister. Adam Devine, Trey McBride and Gerald McCoy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Shamrock Shake is BACK and Jess is fired up. Also back? Uncle O'Grimacey, Grimace's Irish Uncle. We dive into the history of the McDonald's gang and ask the all important question of who is more famous: Grimace or The Hamburgler? Plus, whatever happened to Super Bowl logos? Why did they lose all their character? Did we just come up with an incredible idea for the next episode of Pablo Torre Finds Out? Also, Taylor doesn't understand Roman numerals but he loves musicals, Jeremy and Pablo unsurprisingly ran for class President, the greatest joke Luis has ever told, and we run through some unpopular opinions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘impatiently’ as in Super Bowl weekend as in 2 weeks as in it’s finally here. The Chiefs are going for a 3-peat. The Eagles are looking to avenge a loss from Super Bowl LIX to the Chiefs. And the MVP was handed out. Josh Allen wins it over Lamar Jackson. Wow. (13:20) Is a lockout coming for MLB? The way teams and owners and players and fans are talking about spending and salary caps… woof! (31:30) Review: A Complete Unknown. (35:00) Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter was just sentenced to 57 months in prison for stealing money from Ohtani. Around $17 million. Wow. (38:50) The NBA Trade Deadline has come and gone. Jimmy goes to Golden State. Luka goes to the Lakers. And 20 other trades happened! (48:50) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Another busy day on radio row in New Orleans as Stugotz and Billy sit down with Ed Reed, Kristian Fulton, Vernon Davis, Logan Ryan, Joey Porter, Puka Nacua, Reggie Bush, Cameron Dickerer, Kyle Rudolph, Joe Montana, and Trey Hendrickson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's obvious that the NFL is the most powerful institution in American culture. But far less clear is what the league's power looks like from the inside. Which is why our guest before the Super Bowl is three-time Pulitzer-winner Don Van Natta Jr., whose investigative work for ESPN has offered a rare glimpse at a group that refers to itself as The Membership. Not to mention commissioner Roger Goodell, a human shield who's protected owners from a series of once-catastrophic scandals — and a boardroom that resembles an episode of Succession. Plus: the defenestration of Dan Snyder, the desperation of Bob Kraft and the superpower (and flip phone) of shadow commissioner Jerry Jones. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA trade deadline delivered chaos, and Oddball is here to break it all down. Amin Elhassan and Izzy Gutierrez react to Jimmy Butler’s shocking trade to the Golden State Warriors and what it means for Stephen Curry and Draymond Green. The Los Angeles Lakers made a bold move for Mark Williams—was it worth the cost? Plus, the Suns face locker room turmoil, and Luka Doncic in a Lakers jersey sparks reactions. Don’t miss this deep dive into the trades that shook up the NBA landscape. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘caved’ as in gave in as in Pat Riley as in Jimmy Butler as in the Miami Heat as in the NBA Trade Deadline. It happened. Pat Riley shipped Jimmy Butler to the Golden State Warriors. And Butler reportedly agreed to an extension. Wow. (16:00) The Lakers got a big man. Mark Williams from the Hornets. Great big, oft injured. (20:00) Pete Alonso is back with the Mets. It happened. But not for the deal he wanted. Scott Boras didn’t get it done. (33:08) Review: Grand Canyon. (36:23) What is going on with the Rays in St. Petersburg? Are they leaving? Are they staying? Who’s to know! (43:30) NPPOD. (46:16) The NFLPA is mad at the NFL. The NFL says an 18-game season is coming. The NFLPA says it is not. Who wins this battle? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz and Billy are joined by Lucy, Funny Marco, Raheem Moestart, Braxton Berrios, Chris Simms, Annie Agar, Rachaad White, Eric Dickerson and Sean Stellato while set up on radio row in New Orleans for the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Luka Dončić is just the latest athlete to be deemed too expensive by their employer. But Major League Baseball has a special solution to this problem that is at once top-secret, excruciating and embarrassing. Because when a player and his team disagree on the new salary he deserves, baseball puts them before a tribunal of judges... and lets them argue over how much that player sucks... in front of that player. All-Star second baseman Dan Uggla and journeyman outfielder Cody Ross re-confront David Samson, the former Florida Marlins president who stood between them and their millions. And they have a lesson for every athlete who dares to enter The Room. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA trade deadline is in 24 hours, and the rumor mill is out of control. Amin and Izzy explain why the Heat and Suns would be better off cutting out the middlemen in a superstar swap of Kevin Durant for Jimmy Butler (sorry Warriors). Also, what did the internet get wrong about the Caleb Martin for Quentin Grimes trade? Do Lakers fans owe Drew Eubanks a thank you for Luka Doncic? And where did Rob Pelinka get that jacket? Plus a new edition of Prop-a-Slot where you find out why the Bucks want Kyle Kuzma, and what that means for the Wiz Kids. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Senior NBA Insider Chris Haynes joins the show to break down the blockbuster Luka Doncic trade to the Los Angeles Lakers and share exclusive insights. He explains why he believes the Mavericks made the move and the potential ripple effects across the league. Haynes also reveals that the Spurs initially targeted Trae Young before acquiring De'Aaron Fox and responds to Amin's theory about the mysterious team the Mavericks reportedly approached before the Lakers. Plus, thoughts on LeBron's future in LA, Anthony Davis waiving his trade kicker, and what's next for Jimmy Butler. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz and Billy are living it up on Radio row in New Orleans. Guests include Warrick Dunn, Matthew Berry, Taylor Rooks, Jermaine Johnson, Quincy Williams, Will Shields, Ed McCaffery, Cam Jordan and the Old Spice guy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘high road’ as in Luka Doncic as in the Mavericks as in the Lakers as in Nico Harrison as in Rob Pelinka. He was introduced by the Lakers yesterday and he did not look happy. (10:40) Are the Mavericks giving refunds to season ticket holders? The team wouldn’t confirm, but fans say it is happening. (19:20) The referees union of the NFL has come out against claims the refs favor the Chiefs. This is not what the NFL needs this week. More drama before the Super Bowl. (26:20) Pat Riley owns the trademark for 3-peat. And now the NFL have struck a deal to use it. (33:30) Review: Norman’s Rare Guitars. (35:30) The NBA Trade Deadline is looming. What will happen with Jimmy Butler? What will happen with Kevin Durant? What will the Lakers do? What will anyone do!? (42:09) NPPOD. (45:03) Who is going to buy the Boston Celtics? Jeffrey Laurie, owner of the Eagles, says it won’t be him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ah, Radio row time. Stugotz has arrived in New Orleans and talks with the Golics about what makes New Orleans a good Super Bowl town. The Bear Chris Fallica joins the show to talk about his favorite bets for the Super Bowl this year as well as go through some of the bad beats in Super Bowl history. Yahoo Sports' Nate Tice stops by the set to talk about how Spags has been able to do so well with as DC of the Chiefs. Saints' linebacker Demario Davis stops by to talk about his team being the host city for the Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘media day’ as in Super Bowl week as in Roger Goodell as in Chiefs as in Eagles as in international games as in international Super Bowl. Roger Goodell met the media and was forced to answer questions. What did he have to say? (8:18) Is an 18-game NFL season coming? You betcha it is! (15:00) How does Goodell feel about international expansion? He wants it. He sees it. And even a Super Bowl there? (19:31) Is Tom Brady staying on FOX? How can this be allowed? (22:00) Another betting scandal has rocked MLB before the season started. Last year it was Shohei Ohtani and his interpreter. This year it’s an umpire. Wow. (35:15) Review: Sing Sing. (38:40) Myles Garrett wants out of Cleveland. The GM Andrew Berry says they will not trade him. Oh. (46:50) NPPOD. (48:10) We end the show where we started. New Orleans. Super Bowl week. Except this is about the Saints. And a scandal that seems to be brushed under the rug. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A very popular theory alleges that the U.S. government spent billions of taxpayer dollars to buy cheese ... then stored millions upon millions of pounds of that cheese in underground caves ... and then planted scientists inside fast-food chains ... where they invented new products, such as stuffed-crust pizza ... in order to get Americans to eat said government cheese. Correspondent David Gardner gets to the gooey center of the truth — including, but not limited to: farmers, shadow agencies, the Kansas City Chiefs, the Supreme Court, MrBeast, James Harden's beard and Pete Rose. So, yeah. You should probably listen to this, before joining the rest of America in ordering 12.5 million pizzas on Super Bowl Sunday. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amin and Izzy start off the show reacting to the shocking trade that sends Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers, along with Maxi Kleber and Markieff Morris, in exchange for Anthony Davis, Maz Christie and a first round draft pick. Mavericks fans are devastated, with some even bringing a coffin to the American Airlines Center -- but should they be? Amin and Izzy break down the implications for the Mavericks' title hopes, L.A.’s future, and how this move could bring about a whole new Luka on and off the court. They also dive into the Spurs’ acquisition of De’Aaron Fox and what it means for their timeline alongside Victor Wembanyama. Plus, they close the show with a special edition of Hot Streak, look ahead to games where trade targets from the past weekend will be reunited: Mavericks vs. Lakers on February 25 and Spurs at Kings on March 7. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Billy and Stugotz are getting ready to head out to New Orleans, where Stugotz has four times the amount of dinner plans than he does actual dinners. Winners and Losers dips its toe into the NBA where a trade may have let Jerry Jones off the hook in Dallas. Billy has learned that the Pro Bowl games are not for him and also recaps where sports media stands in terms of job importance. Stugotz gives his top 5 power rankings for the 2025 season before the 2024 season even ends. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘shockbuster’ as in shocking as in blockbuster as in Luka Doncic as in Anthony Davis as in the Lakers as in the Mavericks. What in the world happened? We are all stunned. Why did the Mavericks do this? There are so many more questions than answers here. (21:00) De’Aaron Fox was traded to the Spurs. Great get for Wemby! The Bulls shipped out Zach Levine. Here comes the tank. Sorry, Chicago. (26:15) When will the Jimmy Butler saga end? Will it ever end? He has reportedly told the Warriors he won’t sign there. So what is left? (31:00) NPPOD. (35:00) Review: Bad Sisters Season 2. (37:30) Shohei Ohtani gave an update on his pitching. Could it be by May? Earlier? Do the Dodgers need to rush him back? (44:00) Jack Flaherty is back with the Tigers. He was traded by the Tigers to the Dodgers last year. Always fun. (50:00) Faye Vincent died over the weekend. Former MLB commissioner.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘Steinbrenner’ as in Hal Steinbrenner as in the Yankees as in the Dodgers. Hal came out and essentially said not even us, the mighty Yankees, can keep up with the Dodgers. Wow. (8:25) The Dodgers are donating $100 million to the LA fire recovery effort. Incredible gesture. (14:10) Max Scherzer is in Toronto now. $15.5 million for one year. Really? (16:37) NPPOD. (24:50) Review: Dune 2. (27:12) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Bryce Mitchell’s absurd comments and the lack of punishment from the UFC and Dana White. Interesting. (39:10) Justin Tucker has found himself in a place no one should be in. The same place Deshaun Watson is in. Another massage therapy problem. (48:00) Another investigation into gambling in sports. Here we go again. This time it’s about Terry Rosier, but it’s the same ring that got Jontay Porter ban! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Its the moment we wait all season for. The Pro Bowl games! Billy thinks the Pro Bowl took a dive once they started moving it from Hawaii to Orlando, but has a conspiracy theory as to why they did so. Mike Golic joins the show to talk about why he doesn't have Chiefs fatigue and what makes New Orleans such a great place for food and to host an event like the Super Bowl. Plus, did Fuentes pull a shady move in his work fantasy football league? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crew discusses what are some of the worst numbers in football to wear. They also wonder why the film "Emilia Perez" scoring 13 Oscar nominations is such a controversy, Chris calls Witty to relive his moment where a fan followed him into the bathroom and another edition of unpopular opinions where Jess wonders if Mike Fuentes is ok. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is the NFL's total domination good for the business of other sports? Is it OK to watch games alone? Is every dynasty villainous? And how can Fox resolve Tom Brady's conflict of interest with the Raiders? Plus: The Lever of Power, The OnlyCast, the Galukes vs. the Monhonks vs. the Mohunks, rec-erectollections — and an executive leap into the abyss. Subscribe to Nothing Personal with David Samson https://www.youtube.com/@NPDS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The trade deadline is getting closer, and NBA superstars (*cough* Jimmy) are beginning to throw their weight around... but are Jimmy Butler's antics in Miami really that out of the ordinary? Amin and Izzy explain how every NBA player uses their influence to get the money they think they deserve, even the saintly Steph Curry. Plus, Izzy and Amin play Tug O' War to settle trade rumors involving De'Aaron Fox and Zach LaVine, debate whether Caitlin Clark should compete in the NBA or WNBA three-point contest first, and advise Adam Silver on whether quarters should be 10 or 12 minutes long. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Super Bowl matchup is set! Jordan and Peter recap NFL Conference championship weekend and look ahead to the Eagles-Chiefs rematch. Plus, it’s never too early to start looking at March Madness. The guys share their early favorites in men’s college basketball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is there is none. We are going to start with the plane crash in DC last night. Horrible. Unimaginable. Disaster. Heartbreaking. (7:53) Is the NBA about to make some major changes? Adam Silver seems to think changing the length of games is key. What!? Shorter games? That’s your fix? (17:30) Caitlin Clark is not participating in NBA All-Star Weekend. There were rumors she may. (24:02) Should the Super Bowl trophy be named after Tom Brady? No more Lombardi? That’s what Bill Belichick thinks! (36:33) Review: Silkwood. (40:05) Utah Hockey Club. That’s the name. But not for long, maybe? Could have been the Yeti, but it was denied. How could this be? (47:50) NPPOD. (49:00) Apple and MLS are already making changes. Oh boy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Remember when "In Living Color" tried to steal the Super Bowl — and changed it (seriously) forever? How do you compare boners while not dying? And why did the NWSL dare to abolish the draft? Plus: payment-processing gargoyles, Jim Carrey, mascot auditions, Winter Magic, Taylor Swift, Richard Gere's alleged gerbil intimacy... and The Turgid Place. Further content: "In Living Color": 1992 Live Super Bowl Show https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8EY-7OuP8uE Bryan Johnson and the Birth of the Blueprint Religion (Ashlee Vance) https://www.corememory.com/p/bryan-johnson-and-the-birth-of-the A Tectonic Shift in the American Sports Landscape (Good Game with Sarah Spain) https://www.iheart.com/podcast/1119-good-game-with-sarah-spai-185664375/episode/a-tectonic-shift-in-the-american-209236895/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA trade deadline is right around the corner and the markets are heating up. Jimmy Butler's feud with Miami has become untenable and De'Aaron Fox wants out of Sacramento. Both stars have a destination in mind... but will they end up where they want? Also, Izzy plants his flag on Thompson Twin Island, Bronny bombs in his return to the bigs, and Jalen Johnson's injury spells doom for the Hawks. Plus, Prop-a-slot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘chopped off’ as in Raiders as in Mark Davis as in Tom Brady in Pete Carroll as in Jon Gruden. What? Why was Mark Davis bringing up Jon Gruden? Why was that a topic? Is Mark Davis furious with the NFL still? (10:00) Paul George is mad that Indiana hasn’t given him any tributes. Who makes these decisions for the Pacers? (19:50) The bigger story that George should worry about is playing with the Sixers. He misses time. Joel Embiid is missing time. So much money, so many missed games. And no rings to show for it. (28:50) NPPOD. (34:20) Review: Black Box Diaries. (37:00) Jake and Logan Paul are marketing geniuses. Doesn’t matter what they are doing. They are getting paid. (41:30) What is happening with the Rays? Are they leaving? Are they staying? Are they building? (50:00) NFL ratings are out for conference champion weekend. Huge numbers in the AFC. Bad numbers in the NFC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Izzy and Amin are charting every Western Conference NBA team by two key factors: How good they are, and how fun they are. Yes Steph Curry can still electrify an arena, but do the rest of the Warriors bring him down? Do the bad vibes around Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert outweigh Anthony Edwards' permanent charm? How do we evaluate the Mavericks and Pelicans if Luka Doncic and Zion Williamson are never on the court? And what makes the Thunder the NBA's equivalent of vegetables? All those answers and more on today's episode of Oddball. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘disregard’ as in Jimmy Butler as in Miami Heat as in suspension as in suspension as in suspension. This is his 3rd one in a month. Missing practice, missing flights, walking out of practices. What is happening!? (10:40) Jerry Jones is starting to lose it. The things he’s starting to say. The way he’s starting to act. The Dallas Cowboys have some problems. (24:22) Is this a new era for the Jets? Aaron Glenn was introduced. Woody Johnson is ready to evolve, he says! (33:30) Review: Lee. (35:30) Is a salary cap coming to MLB? Orioles owner David Rubenstein is advocating for it. Publicly. Wow. (43:40) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Commanders being warned about giving up a TD for all the offside penalties against the Eagles. (50:00) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ever since the invention of the written word, there have been moral panics about how new technology corrupts our brains. But now — as the richest companies in the world pour billions into an all-out war for eyeballs — something very different is happening. So we talked to the author of a new book, "The Sirens' Call," about why a satirized nerd on MSNBC is an ideal authority on how Silicon Valley is exploiting the human condition. Plus: the significance of spam, the Cocktail Party Effect, HammerKing75, a court of Infinite Jest, the piglet advantage... and a hot take from Socrates. Get Chris Hayes' book, "The Sirens' Call":  https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/719661/the-sirens-call-by-chris-hayes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Victor Wembanyama is back in the USA after a week enchanting the hearts and minds of his French countrymen in Paris. Wemby's greatness on and off the court has left us with a whole new crop of questions: Is Wemby destined to be the next face of the league? What does the Alien have in common with Patrick Mahomes? Could anyone ever fill LeBron James' shoes? And what other stars on the rise could challenge Wemby for the mantle? Plus, we answer which NBA player was hit hardest by the Eagles playoff win over the Commanders, share our DraftKings play of the day on Hot Streak, and take a moment to remember Kobe Bryant on the five year anniversary of his passing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Super Bowl is set. The Eagles will take on the Chiefs after Sunday's AFC and NFC Championship game so the crew obviously talks about jury duty. Billy has an issue with a player on the Commanders for some reason. Stugotz attempts to play a new game that doesn't go well. Will Billy and and Stu see Josh Allen in New Orleans? Plus, Winners and Losers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘3-peat or ready. Set. Three’ as in the Chiefs are headed back to the Super Bowl to try and win three straight. I can’t believe it. Patrick Mahomes and Andy Reid and Travis Kelce. The Bills were so close, but Josh Allen fell short again. (15:20) The Eagles are back in the Super Bowl! It’s a rematch! The Eagles ran all over the Commanders. They couldn’t stop the freight train that was Jalen Hurts, Saquon Barkley. AJ Brown showed up. I wonder who Daniel Snyder was rooting for in this one. (26:00) Brian Schottenheimer is the new head coach of the Dallas Cowboys. What a hire. Way to get things going in Dallas. (35:00) Review: Hacks. (40:00) Steve Cohen had some harsh words about Pete Alonso and Scott Boras. Woof. (48:00) Jose Altuve will move to left field if the team brings Alex Bregman back. Wow. (51:30) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sutgotz, Billy and Mikey A are joined by all-time leading scoring in the NFL, Adam Vinatieri who tries to answer what is wrong with kickers these days and plays "kick for your life". Austin Ekler joins the show as he gets ready to face the Eagles in the NFC Championship game. Simms stops by and previews both games, and tells us why Lamar Jackson is partially to blame for the ending against Buffalo. Plus, some more controversy in the picks segment with K Funk at the center of it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘cooperstown’ as in the Baseball Hall of Fame as in Ichiro as in CC as in Billy Wagner. I was there this week. What a special place. (13:30) What is going on with the Jaguars? Liam Coen is now going to be the head coach? The same guy who turned down the job the other day and returned to the Buccaneers? (21:30) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the St. Louis Cardinals and what happened to that franchise. (33:20) Review: Oscar Nominations. (39:50) NPPOD. (49:00) Let’s give an update on the Tampa Bay Rays and the Trop. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Mystery Crate, Mike Fuentes invites the whole video team to back row it since no one has time for Mystery Crate. Chris Cote tries to find the most likable group of stars in professional sports, the crew discusses how FOMO drives their lives and finally Izzy joins the show to put together the ultimate heist crew made up of Meadowlark Media employees. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is TikTok the one social-media platform that makes you feel good, or is it an algorithmic wasteland of culturally insignificant content? Are we partying hard enough? And was the pre-Taylor Swift version of Travis Kelce actually hot? Plus: second-person IG love letters to your child, a boombox-holding panda/dog... and the tragic end of Party City. Further content: Americans Need to Party More (Ellen Cushing) https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2025/01/throw-more-parties-loneliness/681203/ Subscribe to "Casuals with Katie Nolan" https://www.youtube.com/katienolan Subscribe to "The Mina Kimes Show featuring Lenny" https://www.youtube.com/@minakimes Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's LeBron James to Ray Allen to Joel Embiid to Klay Thompson on today's episode of Oddball, all to answer a big question ahead of the release of the All-Star roster: How much does making an All-Star team actually matter to a player's legacy? Amin Elhassan and Izzy Gutierrez come at the issue from multiple angles and eras, and then they write each other's takes in a new segment called Hot Po-take-o. Plus, your DraftKings play of the day on Hot Streak! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Do The Commanders have what it takes to upset The Eagles? Is it finally The Bills' time? Jordan is joined by Dave Dameshek, host of The Shek Show, to break down this weekend’s NFC and AFC championship games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘credible’ as in the Jaguars as in Shad Khan as in Trent Baalke as in fired. What is going on? Is Shad Khan lost in the sauce? Fired the coach 2 weeks ago. Kept the GM despite what everyone said to do. And now here we are. (11:30) The Jets have hired Aaron Glenn as the new head coach. What was the point of the search firm? You needed that? (20:45) Jimmy Butler has been suspended again. This saga with the Heat is beyond ridiculous. (28:40) NPPOD. (33:30) Review: The Crying Game. (37:25) Netflix gained more subs. Netflix has live events. Netflix is making you pay. (46:20) The Dodgers introduced Roki Sasaki yesterday. Here’s what he said and what the Dodgers said. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are living in the era of Peak Cremation, and fans have turned to our true American cathedral as a final resting place: the sports arena. PTFO death correspondent David Fleming reports on a cottage industry for die-hards in the afterlife — from team-branded urns and exploding golf balls to franchises that want the on-field ceremonies gone (and forgotten). And then, of course, we help a woman named Edna spread her husband's ashes... while riding a convertible, on a racetrack, flooring it into eternity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Izzy and Amin dive into the Phoenix Suns’ recent trade with the Utah Jazz, breaking down the implications of their 2031 first-round pick swap and its impact on the NBA landscape. They also discuss the swirling rumors of a potential Jimmy Butler trade involving the Miami Heat, Milwaukee Bucks, and more. Finally, they reveal and debate their East All-Star ballots, including standout players like LaMelo Ball, Tyrese Maxey, and Darius Garland before closing the show with Prop-a-Slot featuring Darius Garland, Cade Cunningham, and other stars of tonight's games.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘first ballot’ as in first ballot Hall of Fame as in Ichiro as in CC as in Wagner. That’s it. The whole class is three players. And Ichiro missed being unanimous by just one single vote. Just like Derek Jeter. Unreal. (20:00) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Paul Skenes rookie card bounty and what the Pirates should offer now. They also want to know if I would sign Skenes longterm now. Hm. (33:05) Review: Blue Velvet. (36:20) The Chicago Bears went big and hired Ben Johnson. The hottest name in NFL coaching. They needed to make a splash for Caleb Williams. (43:40) College sports have changed everything. Now comes the ugly. Wisconsin and the Big Ten are ready to battle Miami and a player over a transfer. Here is why. (51:50) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amin and Izzy reveal their Western Conference All-Star ballots this week on Oddball. From LeBron James and Kevin Durant to Victor Wembanyama and Alperen Şengün, they debate who deserves a spot and who missed the cut. Does Luka Dončić earn a spot despite missing time due to injuries this season? And where does Steph Curry rank amidst the Warriors' recent struggles? To close the show, Izzy and Amin dive into the Draymond Green–Jordan Poole saga and play 'Odd-acity,' where they challenge each other with escalating betting odds. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘lucky 7’ as in Patrick Mahomes as in Travis Kelce as in Andy Reid as in the Kansas City Chiefs. Back in the AFC Championship Game. Patrick Mahomes vs Josh Allen is what the people wanted. The Ravens blew it. Jayden Daniels is a rookie to watch. Saquon Barkley is unreal! (14:30) Roki Sasaki signed with the Dodgers. Who could have seen that coming? Are the Dodgers bad for baseball? So much spending. So many deferrals. (28:00) Anthony Santander signed with the Blue Jays. They finally signed someone! (33:31) Review: Virgin River. (37:25) Donald Trump is back in office. Yesterday was Inauguration Day. (45:40) It is Baseball Hall of Fame Day! Who is getting in? Who is left out? (50:18) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Deyra Barrera was playing birthday parties and restaurants and funerals in Los Angeles when she got the call: Kendrick Lamar wanted her to sing on his new album, GNX. And now, if we’re lucky, she might be a guest at the Super Bowl 59 halftime show. But today, we find out why there is no better soundtrack for her rise — from a tiny town in Mexico to the World Series, with the Dodgers — than the musical genre she’s mastered: mariachi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Billy and Mikey A discuss the big weekend in the NFL. All four games were good, which was a nice change from last weekend. Plus, snow days, failed plans, Walmart logos and Taylor Swift heel turns. Will it be a good loss for the Chiefs to lose in the AFC Championship game? Billy gives his first ever college football playoff BBBBBB. Plus, Mike Golic joins the show to preview Notre Dame and Ohio State in the National Championship and Stugotz brings in a surprise guest for Golic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘legend’ as in Bob Uecker as in legendary voice of the Milwaukee Brewers. (6:20) The Divisional Round is here! Lamar Jackson vs Josh Allen! Wow! MVP vs MVP runner-up in a rubber match. Patrick Mahomes looks to return to his place at the AFC Championship game. (12:00) Tom Brady’s agent said Tom Brady is staying with FOX for the long haul. Are we sure about that? (17:00) The NBA could be getting a rival league. That’s if Maverick Carter can get it off the ground. (32:10) Review: The Order. (36:50) Unrivaled starts tonight. Women sports are exploding. Is this going to push the WNBA to make changes? (45:00) NPPOD. (48:00) The Los Angeles fires are still going on. Tragedy continues. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Just like that, TONY IS BACK! Tony returns early for one episode of Mystery Crate to share his experience with his child's birth and what he has been up to during break. Also, Meadowlark Media ninja Kirsten joins the show to share some of her wild stories from 2024. Finally, Tony and comedian Carlos Hernandez discuss Bad Bunny's newest album "DeBÍ TiRAR MáS FOToS" and how it is already album of the year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz has weird idea for a rule in the NFL playoffs that sends Billy and Mikey A on a tangent. Adam Schefter joins the show to talk about the coaching carrousel as well as where his fantasy team ranks in his priorities during breaking news. An old friend stops by for his triumphant return to God Bless Football only to be immediately insulted by Stugotz (it's Austin Ekler). Simms is on fire before the show even gets started and he gives his thoughts on the divisional matchups. Plus, the return of a sullen K-Funk who is offered a deal by Billy that he can't say "no" to. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The future of our live TV viewing habits is ever-evolving: Every week, it seems, there's a new bundle. A new "skinny" bundle. A new merger. Is the media industry ready to help us find all the games we want to watch? Will there ever be one sports streaming service to rule them all? David Samson, John Skipper and Pablo pour one out for the streamer that would have included games from ESPN, Fox Sports and Turner Sports — and look ahead to what's next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Oddball, Amin and Izzy debate whether or not Ja Morant's detonation on Victor Wembanyama should count-- culturally, not on the stat sheet. Also, Brooklyn losing by 59 points means we get to play Two Lies and One Net, and Amin and Izzy catch up on all the latest drama from Jimmy Butler's public feud with the Miami Heat. From impromptu flights to late paychecks to CBA negotiations, we've got this drama covered from all angles. Plus, Eastern Conference team tiers, and another edition of Hot Streak! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Can Jaden Daniels and the Commanders hold up to the Lion's physicality? Do the Texans have what it takes to expose the Chiefs? On this episode of “Underdogs,” Jordan and Peter are joined by Billy Gil, the host of “God Bless Football,” to break down this weekend’s divisional matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘dither’ as in the New York Jets as in head coach as in GM as in Woody Johnson. How many coaches can you interview? Why are the Jets interviewing so many people? 30 coaches and GMs? For what!? (13:06) The Cleveland Browns are now being sued by Cleveland. Uh oh. Stadium deals always lead to something! (20:21) Are the Mets going to trade for Vlad Guerrero Jr? Are the Blue Jays parting with the All-Star? What happens to Pete Alonso? (30:45) Review: Rain Man. (32:23) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about players not signing stuff for fans. We’re talking about Wemby and his jersey swap! (45:40) NPPOD. (46:43) LIV Golf has a TV deal now! FOX is here!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How did Jerry Jones become such a good actor on Landman? Why do people love video games with such bad graphics? And what does it take to be elite in a group chat — or to abandon one? Plus: Bob Kraft's bikini audition tape, Rust Belt Strip Club Enthusiasts, Goldeneye in a bathroom stall, the Bryce Young of texting, the face of the Vanderbilt party scene and active snore simulation. Further content: Jerry Jones Gives Monty Life Advice (Paramount+) https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Crja9fuQyXM Video Games Can’t Afford to Look This Good (Zachary Small) https://www.nytimes.com/2024/12/26/arts/video-games-graphics-budgets.html The Agony of Texting With Men (Matthew Schnipper) https://www.theatlantic.com/family/archive/2025/01/men-texting-men-loneliness/681076/ The Domonique Foxworth Show https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLn3nHXu50t5wnTIdJOdFIA9wxAHHq2LEl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Oddball, Amin and Izzy break down Jamal Murray's electrifying 45-point game against the Mavericks and its impact on the Nuggets' championship hopes. With Nikola Jokic breaking records and Russell Westbrook silencing critics, Denver is emerging as a Western Conference powerhouse. They also explore how injuries to Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving could derail the Mavericks' playoff aspirations. Later, Kablaam the Basketball Genie grants basketball wishes, touching on LiAngelo Ball’s new deal, the Thunder's post-game antics, and Shedeur Sanders’ gift for his dad, Deion Sanders. Finally, Prop-a-Slot closes out the show with Amin and Izzy's bets on Lakers vs. Heat, Knicks vs. Sixers, and Grizzlies vs. Spurs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘flinging’ as in flinging assets as in Steph Curry as in Draymond Green as in Steve Kerr as in the Golden State Warriors. Let’s talk about what Steph Curry said about him not wanting the Warriors to be desperate. The end is near. Curry can see it. Draymond can see it. Kerr can see it. What will the Warriors do? (9:20) Jimmy Butler sat down with Pat Riley, and he still wants out. What went wrong here? Can it ever be righted? (19:55) AJ Brown was caught on camera reading a book during the Eagles game. Nick Sirriani is okay with it. Should he be? (34:00) Review: Squid Game 2. (38:22) The Cincinnati Reds returned to Ballys (FanDuel Sports Network). Didn’t think any team would do it, and I’m wrong. (46:20) NPPOD. (47:30) Are the 2028 Summer Olympics in trouble? The LA fires have continued to ravage the greater area.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s our first Trivia Tuesday of 2025! Amin Elhassan and Israel Gutierrez field trivia questions about Steph Curry’s historic shooting night with the Golden State Warriors to Tyrese Haliburton’s breakout January with the Indiana Pacers. Plus, they discuss Jaren Jackson Jr.’s impact on the Memphis Grizzlies, Victor Wembanyama’s incredible start to his NBA career, and the introduction of the NBA’s "Dunk Score."  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘mutually clear’ as in Jerry Jones as in Mike McCarthy as in the Dallas Cowboys as in it’s over. Jerry has decided to move on after contract negotiations didn’t work out. GM Jerry Jones strikes again. Now where does Dallas go? The Cowboys haven’t seen success in decades! Is it Coach Prime time? (15:20) Sam Darnold was seeing ghosts again. The Rams routed the Vikings in the Wild Card game in Arizona. Now what do the Vikings do? (21:30) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about OCD and success and Commanders kicker Zane Gonzalez. (31:30) Review: Landman. (35:30) The Sixers had plans to build a new Sixers arena downtown. And then said… never mind. WHAT!? (45:40) NPPOD. (48:50) Roki Sasaki sweepstakes are coming to an end. The finalists are the Padres, Dodgers, and Blue Jays. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Since long before their weed strains and tequila brands, famous people have been selling vanity fragrances. So, with a month before Valentine's Day, we're doing a pungent public service: Pablo, Katie Nolan and perfumier-adjacent lifestyle writer Lawrence Schlossman enter the PTFO laboratory with varying levels of sensory ignorance. The winner of our 11 mystery bottles, from Jordan and Brady's colognes to Taylor Swift and Britney's perfumes — plus, yes, Will Levis' sold-out parfum de mayonnaise — may surprise you. • Subscribe to Casuals with Katie Nolan   • Subscribe to Throwing Fits with Lawrence Schlossman and James Harris Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Is it too late to say Happy New Year from Oddball? In this episode, Amin and Izzy dive into the latest NBA headlines, starting with Jimmy Butler’s 7-game suspension and his potential departure from the Miami Heat. They also react to Pat Riley’s introspective comments about his legacy and discuss Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP odds, which are currently leading the pack. Plus, a look at the Cleveland Cavaliers’ recent performances and the Kings’ turnaround after firing Mike Brown. Don’t miss the Hot Streak segment, featuring bold DraftKings picks for Grizzlies vs. Rockets, Spurs vs. Lakers, and Pistons vs. Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A take a look at a relatively boring Super Wild Card Weekend. Whose job would Stugotz take if they told him to wait a year and it will be his? Which Golic would he want to start a show with? Which Golic would he want to open a restaurant with? Or a car detailing shop? Should Marcus Freeman go to the Bears? Billy wants to see Mike Tomlin go to the Bears. Plus, Winners and Losers and the BBBBBB. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘queen’ as in Another One Bites the Dust as in another season bites the dust as in the Steelers as in Mike Tomlin. Another season of Mike Tomlin being .500 or better and being immediately booted from the playoffs. The Ravens ran all over the Steelers. Is it time to move on? (8:55) Mike Vrabel is back with the Patriots. Another former Patriot to be the Patriot Way. (16:00) What else happened in the playoffs this weekend? The Packers stunk. The Chargers stunk. Josh Allen looked great. (30:00) Review: Shrinking Season 2. (32:45) We’ve got an MLB ban! The two Yankees fans who grabbed Mookie Betts in the World Series have been banned from all MLB stadiums and events. (44:35) NPPOD. (49:00) Wait to see updates Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘neutral’ as in the NFL as in Rams as in Vikings as in the game has been moved to Arizona. The fires in Los Angeles are still raging on. Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced. Disaster. (9:40) Do you believe me now about Tom Brady? He is fully a Raider. That’s it. (16:35) Yesterday was Arbitration Deadline in MLB. Who avoided it? Who got an agreement done? (35:05) Review: Gladiator 2. (39:00) Venu Sports is no more. Disney, WB, Fox combined deal is over before it began. (41:00) Tyreek Hill’s agent spoke yesterday. He said Hill was committed to the Dolphins, but then said he wasn’t committed to the Dolphins? (49:00) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy, and Mikey A react to Notre Dame's win over Penn State to put them in CFP Championship game. The guys are joined by the owners of JoshAllen.com and they explain what it will take for them to give up the domain name (Stugotz tries to low ball them). Simms joins the show to talk about the coaching carrousel as well as preview the Super Wild Card Weekend games. And most of the crew is back to make picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The first Mystery Crate of 2025 sees Izzy revealing that he believes someone in the office could use a makeover. The crew then recaps their winter breaks, discuss how Tony really didn't "have" a baby, then learn how to say the longest place name on planet earth before Cote and Amin give some insight on what they saw during the birth of their children. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The co-hosts of "First Things First" join their arch-frenemy to debate: Should incorrect predictions be embarrassing? What's the best word in the sports discourse? And who is famous best? Plus: the second-smartest person in sports media, ranking rankings, flying cars without stereos, Sully Sullenberger, The Sam Darnoldification of Sports, and an ice-cream sandwich compliment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘destruction’ as in the LA fires continue to rage as in homes have been destroyed as in businesses have been destroyed as in lives have been destroyed. Hundreds of thousands of people evacuated. The Kings postponed. The Lakers likely will. There’s an NFL game on Monday, will that be impacted? (20:30) Is Bill Belichick leaving North Carolina? Could that happen? No way, right? (26:10) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Brian Flores. Is he going to be a head coach again? (37:45) Review: The Breakfast Club. (42:25) The College Football Playoff semifinals are here! Get excited! (48:10) NPPOD. (50:00) Are the Twins going to sell before Opening Day? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A are joined by Lucy to preview the Orange Bowl between Penn State and Notre Dame and the Cotton Bowl between Texas and Ohio State. Lucy is also super excited for a certain BIG10 School's acquisition of quarterback in the transfer portal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The culture war around a tiny population of competitors may have led to the re-election of Donald Trump, who says nationwide bans on Day One aren't complicated. But biology is complicated. And David Epstein — greatest sports science reporter in America, author of The Sports Gene, writer of the Range Widely newsletter — did the research, so that the suspicious and/or sympathetic among us don't necessarily have to. Turns out, there are solutions upon which fact-based humans can agree, in case studies from childbirth to high-jump junk, college volleyball to Olympic boxing, nature to nurture... and nipple. ** Link on The Sports Gene: https://davidepstein.com/david-epstein-the-sports-gene/ Link on Range Widely: https://davidepstein.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Peter makes a case for why Green Bay is a Super Bowl dark horse. Jordan takes a victory lap about his preseason Bills pick. On this episode, the guys break down everything you need to know about this weekend’s wildcard match-ups across the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’re down to the College Football Playoff semi-finals! On this episode of “Underdogs,” Jordan and Peter make their picks for the much-anticipated Notre Dame vs. Penn State and Ohio State vs. Texas matchups. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘who’s next’ as in the Raiders need a new coach as in Antonio Pierce fired as in Mark Davis as in Tom Brady! That’s right, Tom Brady is expected to be heavily involved in this coaching search. And the quarterback search. (8:30) Has Mike McDaniel lose the locker room? It seems like it. Players mad. Players late to meetings. Players being fined. Tyreek Hill may want out. (15:25) What is happening with Pete Alonso? Why hasn’t he signed yet? Did Scott Boras screw this up? (31:10) Review: A Real Pain. (37:45) Justin Verlander is headed to the San Francisco Giants. 42-year old signed a one-year deal for $15 million. (41:24) Brent Rooker signed a nice deal for himself with the Athletics. But stop saying the Athletics are spending money! (45:05) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Gavin Lux trade and what it means for the Dodgers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘omniscient’ as in knowing everything as in NFL owners as in firing as in hiring as in deciding not to make any moves. Let’s go through some of the moves made yesterday during NFL Black Monday. Robert Kraft followed up his statement on firing Jerod Mayo with another statement. John Mara spoke. Shad Khan spoke. (18:00) Jets owner Woody Johnson had to come out and defend his son from reports of his involvement in the Jets. What a mess that organization is. (32:13) Review: Wicked. (36:15) There’s a huge fight brewing for control of the San Diego Padres right now. The widow of Peter Seidler is now suing his brothers over control of the team. Oh boy. (45:12) We have an update on the Rays again! The team came out and says it wants the Trop to be fixed now! Huh!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is an infamous basketball ad that keeps going viral as much for its cringe-worthiness as the mystery of its simple message: "sportsmanship." But correspondent Zach Schwartz embarked on a two-and-a-half-year quest to meet the anonymous actor who's gotten dunked on by Twitter for more than a decade. Now, he helps us untangle a web of links from March Madness to Madison Avenue; a Supreme Court justice to a secretive billionaire; and the Dalai Lama to Damian Lillard (who agreed to go on the record). And we learn the true meaning of "perseverance" in the process. For more Zach Schwartz, you can visit his YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@zach_schwartz And special thanks to Goodnight, Texas for blessing this episode with their hit song, "The Railroad": https://youtu.be/1sp33WgVWMA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘trajectory’ as in the NFL regular season has ended as in the the NFL draft order at the top is set as in owners and front offices are starting to make decisions as in the Patriots have fired Jerod Mayo. One season and Mayo is gone. From the first pick to the 4th pick in the draft. Wooof! (7:15) Did you hear what Jerry Jones said? He gave you the hard truth about the Dallas Cowboys! (13:00) Let me tell you about my trip! (18:10) What happened in New Orleans is a disgrace. (30:30) Review: Golden Globes. (33:00) Dave Kaval has resigned as the president of the Athletics. Wow. (40:20) The Jaguars have fired Doug Pederson! But, Trent Baalke is staying! The Giants are bringing back Brian Daboll and Joe Schoen. Interesting. (46:00) What in the world is going on in Miami? The Dolphins are a mess. The Marlins are a mess. The Heat are a mess. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A play "if the season ended today" because it did. Billy is frustrated with the Dolphins and Giants sending out a note to their fans telling them they are going to stay on the same bad path they are on and keep their head coach and GM. The Jaguars fired "Doug Marrone" and the Patriots have perfected tampering. Plus, "Winners and Losers" and would the Lions pass on the BYE week? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy, and Mikey A try to decide which of the four CFP teams winning the Championship is the least of all the evils. Billy contemplates offering the Golics a place to stay for the Orange Bowl next week. Simms joins the show to talk about the wild Texas victory of Arizona State. Billy interrogates Simms about what he knew about SpyGate and DeflateGate. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dan has made his return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz is here. We talk bout everything from his book to his career to his family to his future. You’re going to want to hear this one! You can purchase a copy of his book here: https://stugotzbook.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan and Peter have spent the last year covering the craziest Underdog stories across sports. Now it's time to rank the top 10 best Underdogs of the 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Cote is here! He rarely ever wants to get interviewed, but he’s here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Izzy Gutierrez joins us today! We talk about his career, about his life, about it all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy, and Mikey A take a look at an important Week 17 as the NFL season winds down. There were several players who had their own agendas when it came to their performances on the field. The CFP Elite Eight is ready to get underway and Stugotz is really only looking to forward to two of the games. Billy gives his BBBBBBB's and we play "if the season ended today" which is so close to being true. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A are fresh off some of the worst games of football of the year after Christmas and Thursday Night Football. Billy is trying to determine his health status after a car accident and has some thoughts on batteries. The guys play a game of "frauds?" and discuss where Kirk Cousins will play next year. Plus, Stuyagotz. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amin Elhassan joins us today! We talk everything from front offices, the NBA, movies! We cover it all! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome in Eric Hosmer! 2015 World Series champion! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jordan and Peter have spent the last year covering the craziest Underdog stories across sports. Now it's time to rank the top 10 best Underdogs of the 2024. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mets broadcaster and Hall of Fame legend Keith Hernandez is here with us! We talk everything from Mets to his broadcast career to his playing career. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We got him! Nick Turturro is here! The face of Yankees fandom is here! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A react to an underwhelming first ever CFP 12-team playoff weekend. Stugotz has a surprise name to win NFL MVP. Billy and Mikey play a failed game of "video roulette". Jess joins the show to talk about Notre Dame's big win against college football darling Curt Cignetti. Plus, the BBBBBB looks to bounce back and "if the season ended today". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘final final’ as in the last live show of the year for NPDS! This is it! We have shows dropping everyday we’re gone, but I won’t be here! (4:00) LeBron James finally said something about the NBA play. Too many 3s? Lack of hustle? What is the problem with the NBA right now? (12:00) Sammy Sosa has said sorry to the Cubs and to fans. Sorry for what? Sosa has not been invited back to any Cubs event since he retired almost 2 decades ago. (18:40) Woody Johnson and the Jets. What a mess. Madden ratings? Cmon. Kids showing up to the locker room? (24:05) NPPOD. (33:25) Top 5 movies of 2024. (41:00) My top 5 shows of the year! (44:00) We end the show and the year the same way we end every year… resolutions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After a holiday toast from the aged-out gasbag to his favorite creatures of the internet, we end the year with the important questions: Are phones too loud? Is listening on 1.5x speed insane? Should people post more ugly pictures of themselves? Can scammers really fake it ’til they make it? And are teenagers running the New York Jets? Plus: poetry-reading, grief-eating, the murder era of content, the quantum of dishonesty and the inevitable destruction that comes with inflated ego. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

If you aren't familiar with the Americans who love calling into The Paul Finebaum Show, you're in for a holiday treat. Because during this bowl season — Alabama's first without Nick Saban — no radio show has been more vital in its misery. Or more of a portal into the universe of college football in the South. (As Paul himself says: "We found this audience before Donald Trump did.") We're talking poisoned trees, verified heart attacks, and the hidden backstory of one legendary caller... who trusted us to unveil his haunting past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Bear Chris Fallica joins the show to give his thoughts on the CFP and how the 12-team playoff affected the regular season. He also sings his "12 Bets of Christmas". New UNC GM Michael Lombardi joins the show to talk about what he and new head football coach Bill Belichick hope to build at North Carolina. Simms joins the show to share his thoughts on office Christmas Parties, drones and a little football. Mojo returns for the picks segment to pick some very special games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Greg Cote joins the show as the crew recaps the Meadowlark Media White Elephant gift exchange. Chris Cote tries English mincemeat pies for the first time, Greg scolds you for running out of gas and the crew discusses just how much needs to be wrong before you send your food back. Also, Greg shares the first major news event he remembers from his childhood. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Amin and Tony in the final Oddball episode of the year as they break down the highly anticipated 2024 NBA Christmas Day matchups, including the Spurs vs. Knicks, Lakers vs. Warriors, and Nuggets vs. Suns. Dive into the drama surrounding Victor Wembanyama’s rookie season, Matt Ishbia’s bold fan-friendly $2 value menu, and DraftKings betting lines for every game. Plus, hear the latest on the Sixers’ injury woes, the Timberwolves’ resurgence, and the viral Charlotte Hornets PS5 debacle.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of GoalLess… it’s the final episode of 2024! The guys discuss the best derby’s in the world, UVM’s national championship, and ponder just how low can Man City actually go? Plus, we talk to former US U17 National Team Coach Richie Williams and dive into the new Paramount+ docuseries PULISIC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Has spending in baseball gone too far? Are underdogs being left with zero chance to succeed in the sport? Legendary baseball writer and host of “The PosCast” Joe Posnanski joins Jordan and Peter to discuss the ripple effects of the Juan Soto deal. Plus, what do Utah State, Texas A&M, and UCLA have in common? They’re all underdog NCAA teams you should keep an early eye on before March. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘blocked’ as in Nolan Arenado as in the St. Louis Cardinals as in the Houston Astros. What happened here? Well, Arenado has a no-trade clause in his contract and he used it. Does this mean Arenado will never be a Cardinal? No. (8:45) Charles Barkley continues to be public about his contract negotiations. Non-stop. It’s been months. And he continues to want us to care. (16:15) College sports is all on the fans now. You have top tier schools begging fans to donate. Begging fans to buy merch. Begging fans to buy tickets. It’s all on the fans. Welcome to the NIL Era. (35:35) Review: No Country for Old Men. (38:55) Survivor Finale. (40:45) NPPOD. (43:45) The NFL QB Carousel continues to spin and spin and spin. At least 7 teams could be using a new QB this week. It’s Week 16! (49:25) Aaron Rodgers is at it again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Oddball, Amin Elhassan and special guest Tony Catalayud dive into the Milwaukee Bucks' commanding 97-81 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder to secure the NBA Cup. From Giannis Antetokounmpo’s MVP performance to the Bucks' lockdown defense, they analyze key moments, including Damian Lillard’s pivotal threes and OKC’s late-game struggles. The team also explores NBA Cup takeaways, Giannis and Dame’s chemistry, and whether Las Vegas is ready for an NBA franchise. Lastly, they tackle the latest trade rumors involving Zach LaVine and MPJ and finish today's episode off with Prop-A-Slot! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘Plan B2’ as in if Plan B doesn’t work you need a Plan B2 as in Cody Bellinger as in Max Fried as in Devin Williams as in the New York Yankees. The Yankees continue to add after losing out on the Juan Soto sweepstakes. The Yankees traded with the Chicago Cubs to acquire Bellinger for an older relief pitcher. Cubs are also throwing in some cash. (15:00) Here is the latest on the Tampa Bay Rays new stadium. We had a county vote yesterday. Does it change anything? (22:40) The Falcons gave Kirk Cousins $90 million guaranteed in March and 14 games later he has been benched. Woof! (33:00) Review: Juror No. 2. (36:50) The NBA announced a new format to the All-Star Game. Are you excited?? (42:14) NPPOD - let’s discuss the NBA Cup. (45:30) MLB released results of its pitching injury study. Why are there so many arm injuries? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This year has seen a boom in the worlds of women's sports and documentary films (and podcasting). So we invited the best point guard in the history of women's basketball (Sue Bird) and the best documentarian in the country (O.J.: Made in America's Ezra Edelman) for an in-person summit to discuss all of it. Plus: one-word answers from multi-hyphenates, wanting control, the good-faith mind games of talking to refs, the bad-faith ickiness of extracting controversy, the Billie Jean King of it all... and why the hard's not as hard, when you're doing the thing you were meant to be doing — even when it's hard. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Daily Show senior correspondent, Interior Chinatown star and NBA nerd is here to make your three-level nihilist host feel a rare sense of insecurity, while comparing: humility and arrogance; the bipartisan popularity and cognitive logic of jiu jitsu; the ageless wonder of Tom Brady and Daniel Dae Kim; the love lives of Jeremy Lin and Hideki Matsui; Pablo's career and his cameo in Ronny's spiked pilot about the Brooklyn Nets' front office; and the hierarchy of Most Fun Asians. Plus: uncensored Russell Westbrook slander, unabashed Free Darko nostalgia, last-minute Dennis Leary antagonism, scarring David Lynch surrealism... and a revisiting of Ronnie's awkward encounter with (and hollow apology from) Dan Le Batard — all in the chase for instant aggregation by Buttcrack Sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

This week, we have a seriously unserious episode of Trivia Tuesday all about Nuggets Superstar and 3x MVP, Nikola Jokic. Mike Singer, author of “ Why So Serious? The Untold Story of NBA Champion Nikola Jokic,” joins the show to provide an intimate look into the making of an NBA Superstar. In the process, they discuss Joker's ON/OFF splits with the Nuggets, lifelong love of horses, and his time playing at the Kentucky of Serbia. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘breaking point’ as in Tom Brady as in Mark Davis as in the Las Vegas Raiders. The owner of the Raiders keeps being so vocal and so public about his wants for Tom Brady to have a huge voice in the organization. What? The TV analyst? Davis wants Brady to have input in the draft and coaching and everything! (8:45) NPPOD. Is the NBA expanding to Vegas? (16:00) The 49ers have suspended De’Vondre Campbell for the rest of the regular season. Woof. (21:10) Diontae Johnson and the Ravens are taking another week off from each other. (31:30) Review: Nutcrackers. (35:07) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about Garrett Crochet and his comments since joining the Red Sox. How do you feel about it? (43:00) Why are coaches taking pay cuts to pay the players? This is crazy to me. Mike Norvell gave $4.5 million back to start a new school campaign. Was this by choice? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Join Amin Elhassan and Al Gorithm on Oddball as they break down the latest NBA action, from the Emirates NBA Cup semifinals to the rise of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as an MVP frontrunner. The duo dives into NBA ratings discourse, analyzes Giannis Antetokounmpo's performance against the Hawks, and previews the Thunder vs. Bucks NBA Cup Final. Charlotte joins Amin for an interview featuring Craig Robinson, Executive Director of the National Association of Basketball Coaches to discuss Giannis.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy, and Mikey A thought the Lions had a great loss against the Bills. It's the perfect loss to rally the team for the rest of the year. The Steelers got undressed by the Eagles. Lucy stops by and she is not happy that the NFL is moving in on her Saturdays. We play a game of "we good?" and "if the season ended today". Plus, a double BBBBBB with two Monday Night Football Games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘adrenaline’ as in Patrick Mahomes as in the Chiefs as in an ankle injury. Mahomes left the Chiefs win with an ankle injury at a very bad time for the Chiefs. They have two games in the next 10 days and Mahomes might miss them. The Bills are on their tails for the top seed in the AFC. This is what the NFL set up with these schedules! (6:50) Josh Allen made his case for MVP in a win vs the Lions. Another shootout. Josh Allen had another 4 TD day. Dan Campbell and the Lions made another head scratching decision. (15:16) There was a major issue in Commanders-Saints. The refs stopped the clock with 9 seconds left and 4 seconds of real time happened before it started again. The Saints were able to clock the ball with 3 seconds left and scored on the next play. Commanders held on and were not happy. (18:20) The Athletics made another trade. Another added starter. Another bigger contract. They have to spend! (21:25) Kyle Tucker was traded to the Cubs. The Cubs keep making moves and won’t stop making moves. Why did the Astros make this trade? (33:22) Review: The Apprentice. (37:42) The Yankees went out and grabbed Devin Williams. Clay Holmes is on his way to the Mets. Juan Soto is on his way to the Mets. Signed Max Fried and now this. (41:50) NPPOD. (44:25) The Ishbia brothers want another team. This time it’s the Minnesota Twins. (49:25) Colts RB Jonathan Taylor dropped the ball running into the end zone. Again? Why does this continue to happen!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘10-year plan’ as in 10 years as in Steve Cohen as in Juan Soto as in Scott Boras as in the New York Mets. Did you watch that press conference yesterday? Steve Cohen wants 2 to 4 championships from Soto. And he’s willing to pay for it all! (14:30) Bill Belichick was introduced yesterday at UNC. I still cannot believe what we’re seeing. The contract is public. The money is public. College football is a brand new world. (29:17) Review: Black Doves. (31:45) Lions took season tickets away from a fan yesterday. The fan got into an incident with Packers head coach Matt LaFleur and the Lions agreed with the Packers coach. Uh oh. (40:30) NPPOD. Did you see the 49ers-Rams game? It was bad. You know what is worse? Quitting on your team. A disaster for the 49ers, likely out of the postseason, and had LB De’Vondre Campbell walk off the field. (49:30) Emirates Cup semifinals is here! Get excited! Hawks! Bucks! Thunder! Rockets!  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A are joined by Mike Golic Jr to talk about Christmas decorations, sales and of course Bill Belichick going to UNC to continue his coaching career. Hall of Famer Joe Theisman joins the show to talk about the Army Navy game (the official GBF National Championship) and how he thinks Bill will fare in the college ranks. Simms joins the show and tells us what he sees from Tua lately as well as what is going on with the Eagles. Plus, K Funk is mad at Billy and Mikey A for his picks again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica returns to Mystery Crate to help Jeremy figure out how to make Dan like him. Mike Fuentes cleans up errors from last week's Mystery Crate, the crew discusses the pros and cons of fake Christmas trees, Billy is upset that the rules of the Meadowlark 'White Elephant' were changed due to his behavior and the show finds out the origins of the very real Chef Boyardee. Also, Izzy unleashes his limited fake Bad Bunny. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin dive into the latest NBA drama as we unpack the Knicks’ NBA Cup loss to Trae Young and the Hawks, Steph Curry and the Warriors’ controversial defeat to the Rockets, and the teams that make up the NBA Cup semifinals: Milwaukee Bucks, Atlanta Hawks, Oklahoma City Thunder, and Houston Rockets. We also spotlight Jimmy Butler’s trade rumors, Caitlin Clark’s spicy takes, and Bronny James’ G-League road debut.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The 12-team playoff has made college football even more exciting this year. The guys search the final playoff bracket for upsets. Meanwhile, over in the NFL, the gap between good and bad teams seems to be growing to a margin we’ve never seen. How are this many teams so bad, and the few good teams so good?! Jordan and Peter break it all down on this episode of “Underdogs.” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How does star treatment really work, behind clubhouse doors? (And what do you do when a player demands tickets for both his wife and his mistress?) Can you just microdose Ozempic like it’s shrooms? And what’s the worst gift you’ve ever received? Plus: Barry Bonds, “posse,” body dysmorphia, and a picture of a bicycle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘back to school’ as in Bill Belichick as in the North Carolina Tar Heels as in college football as in who saw this coming? I cannot believe it. The college football has changed forever. Belichick is turning the college into a pro team. That’s the present we live in. This hiring completely shifts the landscape of the sport and how schools will operate. (11:12) MLB Winter Meetings are over. The Red Sox responded to the Yankees and Blue Jays moves with a big trade for Garrett Crochet. Wow. Another trade between the Sox and Sox for a big time lefty starter? Hmmmm. (19:30) Scott Boras is back. We love it. Corbin Burnes is Elvis? Pete Alonso is the Polar Express? Love it. (32:10) Review: Pulp Fiction. (36:00) Jimmy Butler’s agent sounded off on Shams yesterday. Wow. Haven’t seen something that public in a while. (44:00) Steve Kerr had a huge meltdown yesterday in the loss to the Rockets. The Warriors are falling apart. The end is near. Dell Curry. Steph Curry. LeBron Curry.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin recap the highlights from last night’s NBA Cup knockout games, starting with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s brilliant performance as the Oklahoma City Thunder eliminated the Dallas Mavericks. They discuss Luka Dončić's struggles, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s leadership in the Milwaukee Bucks’ win over the Orlando Magic, and the Magic’s resilience despite injuries to Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. The conversation shifts to Jimmy Butler trade rumors, including his potential landing spots and the Golden State Warriors’ reported interest in both Butler and LeBron James. Charlotte and Amin wrap up the show with another round of Prop-a-Slot, featuring bets for tonight's NBA Cup games between the Knicks and Hawks, and the Warriors and Rockets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘drunken sailors’ as in deja vu as in repeat as in Yankees as in Brian Cashman as in the Yankees as in Max Fried. The Yankees signed Max Fried to the largest deal ever for a left-handed pitcher. A day after saying they wouldn’t spend wildly. They did it. They need pitching. They need hitting. They were going to spend! (12:00) The Texas Rangers gave Nathan Eovaldi 3 years. Big money. Hmmm. They also made a late night trade for Jake Burger from the Marlins. (20:40) Roki Sasaki’s agent met with the media yesterday to speak about possible landing spots. The issue Joel Wolfe said Sasaki is having is the Japanese media is being harsh on him. So will Sasaki land somewhere “soft” so the media leaves him be? (31:30) Review: Conclave. (38:55) Quick shoutout to Cubs legend Ryne Sandberg. Now onto Jed Hoyer and the Cubs. Seiya Suzuki could be traded. Why? Fans are not happy. (43:00) Rob Manfred is in Tampa, not Dallas this week. Why? Because the stadium for the Rays needs to be built and there are big problems going on with the county. (50:55) NPPOD.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s that time of the week… that’s right, it’s Trivia Tuesday. This week, Amin faces off with MMA Hour’s Tony Catalayud. The pair contend with questions about the number of times Chris Paul has been traded, the NBA vs. WNBA 3 Point Challenge, Wemby’s future with the Spurs, and the injury-bitten Orlando Magic. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

What do a notorious $28 million home, a $450,000 oversized check presented to Princess Diana, and a $150,000 wire transfer for a witch doctor to curse Steven Spielberg... have in common? Correspondent Yourgo Artsitas wondered if Michael Jackson — rejected by Hollywood in his prime — made a deal with the palace, for the perpetual rights to re-brand himself as Peter Pan. The answer involves a Spider-Man tombstone, sacrificial cows, Rufio, the Bible, the very idea of innocence, and lots and lots of lawsuits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘drunken sailors’ as in spending as in free agency as in baseball as in Juan Soto as in Brian Cashman as in David Stearns as in Hal Steinbrenner as in Steve Cohen. Let’s talk about the fallout of the Juan Soto signing with the Mets. What does it mean for the Yankees now? Well, Brian Cashman met the media to talk about Soto and Snell and what now. (18:20) Let’s go around the world on the rest of the Winter Meetings… starting with the Toronto Blue Jays! Why didn’t they land Juan Soto? Are they going to extend Vlad? (21:30) What are the Astros up to? Is this the end of the Houston powerhouse? Is Kyle Tucker getting moved? Is Alex Bregman coming back? (25:02) Are the Cardinals hitting the hard reset button? Looks like it. Nolan Arenado is on the block. (32:00) Golden Globe Nominations have dropped. Let’s discuss. (33:50) Jed Hoyer came out and had some comments about why the Cubs didn’t go after Soto. Do you believe what he’s saying? (37:20) Are the White Sox doing anything? Anything!? (46:50) NPPOD. (49:10) Is Bill Belichick really going to be a college football head coach? Is North Carolina really going to hire a 72-year old coach after firing a 73-year old coach? Wait to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin dive into the NBA Panic Meter, analyzing how teams like the Denver Nuggets, Minnesota Timberwolves, and Golden State Warriors are handling their seasons. From Nikola Jokić’s career-high performances to Rudy Gobert’s optimism about the Timberwolves, the duo ranks teams based on their urgency to make changes. The episode also breaks down Draymond Green’s viral moment, the Orlando Magic's resilience despite injuries, and what’s next for struggling franchises like the Washington Wizards.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A (in studio for the first time) play new game of "We good" when going through some of the NFL games from Sunday. Winners and Losers has a large focus on the "Kurt" Cousins game. Lucy joins the show to tell us if Alabama has a legit complaint about being left out of the playoff and play a little Lucy or Goosy. Plus, the BBBBBBB and "if the season ended today" to wrap up the show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘precursor’ as in Juan Soto as in the Mets as in the Yankees as in Scott Boras as in record-setting as in Steve Cohen. The New York Mets have signed Juan Soto for $765 million. WHAT!? The largest contract in the history of professional sports! Steve Cohen said he was going to spend and spend and spend to win a ring and this Soto signing is a huge step! Promises kept! (18:50) What do the other MLB teams do now? Yankees? Red Sox? Blue Jays? (34:00) Review: A Different Man. (38:20) Is there going to be a push for a salary cap in MLB now? The Dodgers and Mets are spending WAY more than the bottom half of the league. (42:50) Let’s talk some NFL! The Jets are a disaster! Josh Allen will win the MVP! The Giants STINK! (51:10) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A react to a big Thursday Night Football game and rumors of Bill Belichick to UNC. Mike Golic suffers through the inaugural/penultimate BCS rankings of the season. Will Notre Dame make the cut? Depends how they stack up in the THTAS metric. Syracuse QB Kyle McCord joins the show to talk about his team's big win over Miami and hearing about Ohio State losing to Michigan again. Simms tells us what it will take for Sam Darnold to stay with the Vikings past this season and why Tom Brady shouldn't criticizing a defensive player's hit on a QB. Plus, K Funk has a few friends join the show to make some picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘brrrr’ as in cold as in snow as in winter as in the MLB Winter Meetings are here. Is Juan Soto getting signed? Are more contract being tossed around? Who is spending money? Who is saving money? What is happening!? (9:45) The Athletics signed Luis Severino to a $67 million deal! What? I cannot believe it. Why did they do this? (15:13) The Las Vegas Stadium Authority approved the lease and non-relocation documents yesterday. What does that mean for the Athletics new stadium? Is this a done deal? (20:20) Did the St. Pete City Council vote mean anything yesterday? Anything???? (28:20) Review: Here. (33:00) Bill Belichick interviewed for the UNC job? I mean… cmon. It’s not going to happen! (37:10) Eric Bieniemy is out at UCLA after one year. He was the offensive coordinator in charge of one of the worst offenses in football. (42:30) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me why SMU is even playing this weekend. Interesting! (47:45) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The year is coming to an end and everyone is pretending they hate the Spotify Wrapped. The boys discuss when is the perfect time of day for rain, welcome back the McRibb, Tony is cautious of the Meta+Rayban Sunglasses and Chris Cote is fascinated by the distance he would have to travel to circle the globe. Also, Jeremy points out that maps are racist. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode, Charlotte and Amin put to bed all speculations and can definitely tell you if your favorite team is good or bad. Amin lamented his previous warning to JJ Redick about the Lakers job. They also discuss the Suns after Kevin Durant’s recent injury, the Bucks after news of Khris Middleton’s return, and the Heat as Tyler Herro continues to have a career year. Charlotte and Amin close the show with Pop A Slot bets for Ja Morant, Nikola Jokic, and Steph Curry. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Influencers are finally suing each other for making seemingly identical content. Should we be laughing or crying (hint: we’re doing both)? Ben Affleck thinks that AI will never replace movies. Is he hot and wrong, or just hot? And how is everybody not depressed? Also: if Ray Romano and Dan Le Batard became one person, cryptic births, Clean Girls, Ding Dong Primple Pants, and Michael’s finest career credit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘embarrassed’ as in the Lakers as in LeBron James as in Anthony Davis as in JJ Redick. The Lakers lost by 41 points to the Heat last night. Are you kidding me? Redick is in his first season as a head coach and the uphill battle he must fight with this Lakers team is gargantuan. (5:09) Zion Williamson is still going to be out. Hamstring. Always the hamstring. (6:50) Ja Morant said he is going to stop dunking. Seriously. (13:02) Yesterday the CEO of United healthcare was assassinated outside of a hotel in New York City. Horrible. The comments and vitriol online towards Brian Thompson and his family is horrifying. (26:31) Review: Parasite. (31:40) The Jaguars ended Trevor Lawrence’s yesterday by placing him on IR. And now he’ll undergo shoulder surgery. The other part to this story is Azeez Al-Shaair’s suspension was upheld by the NFL. (38:00) Diontae Johnson has been suspended by the Ravens for a game. Why? Because he wouldn’t enter a game? What… (43:45) Another betting scandal. Here we go. (50:50) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The College Football Rankings were released earlier this week and stunned fans after 10-2 Miami was ranked 12th behind 9-3 Alabama. Jordan and Peter break down the full ranking and how the CFP might shake out. Plus, are there MLB free agents who are not named Juan Soto? The guys go through some MLB hot stove moves that teams who aren't landing Soto should make. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte and Amin know which teams will win the NBA Cup Knockout stage, and they're here to tell you about it with Overreaction Action. In the process, they give their thoughts on Draymond’s ominous-sounding injury update, Ime Udoka’s unintentional sponsorship opportunity, The Knick’s red-hot offense, and whether the Bucks’ turnaround is reality or a mirage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘farce’ as in the CFP selection committee as in the College Football Playoff as in Miami as in Alabama as in 12 teams as in circus. It doesn’t matter how many teams, someone will be left out. This time it’s Miami. Let’s talk about the committees job and what they chose to do. (13:40) Blake Snell was introduced as the Dodgers latest signing and guess who was sitting up there? Yup, Scott Boras! And we have to discuss some of the things that Andrew Friedman had to say about the team. (21:10) The Juan Soto sweepstakes are heating up. It could be close to decision time. Here we go. The offers come with a minimum price tag of $600 million! (33:40) Review: Kinds of Kindness. (36:20) Azeez Al-Shaair of the Texans has been suspended for 3 games for his hit on Trevor Lawrence. The Texans are FURIOUS. (46:10) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dive into NBA Trivia Tuesday with Charlotte Wilder, Amin Elhassan, and Vince Goodwill (Yahoo Sports, SiriusXM NBA Radio). Vince and Amin field questions about Russell Westbrook’s $35,000 fine, Kevin Durant's scoring this season, James Harden and Steph Curry’s three-point records, comparisons between RJ Barrett and Zion Williamson, and nicknames for the Spurs’ young stars.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Not since the Greco-Roman period has sculpture mattered this much in sports. And Jerry Saltz — the Pulitzer Prize-winning senior art critic for New York magazine — has zero idea who Dwyane Wade is. Which is precisely why we asked the erstwhile Jewish Cowboy (we'll explain) to evaluate our athletic Bronze Age, from Michael Jordan to Cristiano Ronaldo. And that's before we get to "I Can't Believe It's Not Pablo (Butter on Gasbag, 2024)." Plus: the conscious uncoupling of art and money, sex workers in Jacksonville, how to make an enemy of envy, and why you can't be a vampire alone. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘golden at-bat’ as in MLB as in Aaron Judge as in Shohei Ohtani as in best batter as in new rules. Is this something MLB would do? Why would they do it? How would they do it? Is it something that MLB should do? (15:00) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Is MLB going to change the deferred rules or are the Dodgers and the rich going to get richer? Wow. Let’s discuss this one. (25:25) What is happening in Tampa and Las Vegas with the Rays and Athletics? Any movement? (36:01) Review: The Wild Robot. (39:20) Now let’s talk about what’s happening in Vegas. (43:32) NPPOD. (48:01) The Ravens have a problem with their kicker. Justin Tucker can’t hit field goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this episode of Oddball, Charlotte and Amin dive into a Thanksgiving special filled with awkward NBA conversations! From the Cleveland Cavaliers stunning the Boston Celtics with Donovan Mitchell’s MVP-caliber performance to Fred VanVleet’s heroic game for the Rockets, we tackle surprising shifts across the league. Can the Timberwolves recover their defensive edge? Plus, James Harden's historic night, and we lock in NBA Cup bets in Hot Streak.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A look back on a contentious weekend in football with a lot of fights breaking out all over the sport. How are the Steelers this good and the Bengals this bad? What is the future for Russell Wilson and the Steelers? Lucy joins the show to talk about being pepper sprayed at Michigan's win over Ohio State. Lucy wonders if we are going to get rid of Conference Championship games with the new CFP format. We play a game of "Can You See It" and "Winners and Losers". The BBBBBB has some big news. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘gratitude’ as in Thanksgiving as in Chicago Bears as in Matt Eberflus as in fired. It finally happened. Did you see the ending to the Bears and Lions game? This was the inevitable ending to Eberflus’ tenure in Chicago. But the way it went down was EMBARRASSING! (12:15) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Bears settlement with Arlington Heights. They want to know if this means the Bears are moving there. Hm. (17:20) What did you think of the hit on Trevor Lawrence? Let’s discuss the offsetting penalties and how that only hurt the Jaguars. (25:30) The Bills crushed the 49ers on Sunday in a snow bowl. Are you for or against these games? Did the Bills need to build a dome? (35:15) Review: We Live In Time. (38:30) Why were there so many fights in college football this weekend? It was an embarrassment! Michigan vs Ohio State massive brawl and players were pepper sprayed!? WHAT!? (46:20) NPPOD. (48:10) Joe Biden pardoned his son Hunter Biden before leaving office. After saying he would not do it. And he did it. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome in to an NPDS mailbag! Someone asked me if in the future if a league folder or a sport ceased to exist - what would happen to all the stadium deals? Do they just go away? Are they still paid to someone? (8:50) Was there ever a player you wanted to draft but were talked out of it and now regret? Was there ever a player you thought would be a star and wasn’t? (28:30) Someone asked me about sports leagues getting away with being 501c3 tax exempt? Is this still a thing? (38:53) Do you think that lowered attendance at Camden Yards for the playoffs is a sign that fandom is dwindling? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A react to the Thanksgiving slate of NFL games. Simms joins the show to talk about how Tua is his guy and why the problems in Houston are not C.J. Stroud's fault. Mike Madden, son of legendary coach, broadcaster and video game icon, John Madden talks about what it was like growing up in the Madden household. Where are the Madden busses now? And his first time playing the Madden football video game. Plus, an old friend and a new friend join the show during the picks segment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Chris Cote is tired of being judged for using TikTok. This leads to some reflecting from the show about how much time they are spending on their phones. Later, the boys blind rank Thanksgiving sides before deep diving some unpopular opinions from the internet. Finally, Chris Cote comes clean about some of his more famous takes from the Le Batard Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome in Tim Matheson! Actor! Author! All around great guy! You’ve seen him in The West Wing! You’ve seen him in Animal House! You’re watching him on Virgin River! And now he’s released his memoir Damn Glad to Meet You: My Seven Decades in the Hollywood Trenches. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Reigning champ Amin Elhassan takes on Claire de Lune in this week’s NBA trivia battle! Host Charlotte Wilder poses questions about current NBA stories, ranging from Nikola Jokić’s historic dominance to Dalton Knecht’s breakout performances and the Orlando Magic’s home-court streak. Plus, the crew debates whether Jared McCain or Knecht is the frontrunner for Rookie of the Year and explores if the Lakers should make a midseason trade. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘vindication’ as in Blake Snell as in Scott Boras as in the Dodgers as in $182 million. That’s right, the reigning World Series champions have signed Blake Snell. Wow. A rotation of Snell, Glasnow, Yamamoto, and Ohtani? That is some good stuff. Unless you’re a fan of another team. (12:10) Let’s talk about what’s going on in college football now. Pay to play is alive and well. You have donors, you have recruits. It’s the Wild Wild West! How do you feel about this? (22:00) Jake Paul and his promotional team had release a statement about his fight with Mike Tyson. People thought it was a fake, fixed, a Fugazi. Well… (35:35) Review: Call Me Ted. (40:30) The Atlanta Hawks were fined by the NBA. Keep resting players, keep getting fined. (46:20) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s Thanksgiving week and The Underdogs are back with a Turkey Leg NFL parlay! There are 3 NFL matchups on turkey day and we’ve curated the best bets to make sure your Thanksgiving is anything but bland. 🍗 Caleb Williams OVER 29.5 rushing yards 🍗Cowboys vs Giants total OVER 37 🍗 Miami +3.5 vs. Green Bay Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We’ve delayed Trivia Tuesday for a very special reason: Hall of Fame NBA journalist and reporter David Aldridge joins the show to celebrate the release of his new book, The Basketball 100! In this episode, we dive deep into David’s unparalleled NBA knowledge, discussing everything from the league’s biggest villains and his time with David Stern to his thoughts on the NBA Cup and what it truly takes to win a championship. To top it off, we play a round of Start, Bench, Cut Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘maxine nightengale’ as in Get Right Back to Where We Started From as in the New York Jets as in Woody Johnson as in Aaron Rodgers as in search committees. The Jets have problems everywhere. They need a GM. They need a coach. They may need a new QB. (11:26) Are the Giants a bigger mess than the Jets right now? Can’t be, right? But, yet… it seems like it’s a tight race. (21:25) Juan Soto is ready to get offers. How exciting? Are you all jacked up about these signings we’ve seen? Ha. (25:00) What’s the latest with the Rays? Nothing good if you’re a fan in the Tampa area! (35:40) Review: Emilia Perez. (38:50) Let me tell you about my weekend! (43:30) How bad were my MLB preseason predictions? They were so so so so so bad! (46:20) NPPOD. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome in Bob Costas and Dan Le Batard! Bob Costas has had a legendary play-by-play career. He’s decided to hang up his microphone. He joins us both to discuss the ending of his career, what happened with the Yankees-Royals series, and what happens next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is a tradition unlike any other: A college-football upset. A sea of fans. A 45-foot yellow structure crashing down on the field and heading toward a river or frat house near you. But the tradition of destroying goalposts is under threat. PTFO correspondent and unhinged amateur thief Mickey Duzyj provides a how-to guide, after speaking with students, administrators, an executive at Big Goal Post and the one true expert who can help save a piece of football history: Saw Man. *Pablo Torre Finds Out does not (officially) condone storming football fields or stealing university property. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kristaps Porzingis returns tonight for the Celtics, aiming to help extend their winning streak. Meanwhile, Bill Nye the Science Guy brings a unique boost to the team. Jokic continues to dominate the Lakers, making any notion of a rivalry seem pointless—MVP honors should already have his name on them. The Sixers, despite their 3-12 record, are serving up a new NBA buddy comedy with Jared McCain and Tyrese Maxey. McCain claims he’s the Rookie of the Year, but the Sixers are still 3-12. Plus, Amin accuses the NBA of stealing his 2025 All-Star Game rule ideas—and he’s got the receipts to prove it. Finally, we dive into another round of Prop-A-Slot bets with our top DraftKings picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A try and make sense of what happened in the last few minutes of the Cowboys vs Commanders game. Stugotz is sick of special teams. Billy wants the Bears players to make it clear that they are not rallying around Matt Eberflus. In fact, he wants one of the vets to publicly state that and Mikey A has the perfect guy to do it. Lucy joins the show to talk about the craziness that went on this weekend in college football and her experience going to "the game" before headed out this week to "the game". We play a little "if the season ended today" and Billy has some words for Mike Golic. The BBBBBB's look to get back on track after the first 1-2 week since Week 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron is taking a break from social media. Should you? Are you ready to stop being performatively fascinating and get authentically dull? And is Bluesky the XFL of Twitter — or a refreshingly Musk-free community worth joining? Plus: "Re-Potting with Pablo," making lentil, fighting in Temecula, road rage, Mastodon, two ejaculating giraffes, a charging wildebeest and the actually hungry hippo (with suspenders and a pocket watch). Relevant reading: How Bluesky, Alternative to X and Facebook, Is Handling Explosive Growth (Mike Isaac) The Age of Social Media Is Ending (Ian Bogost) The Bluesky Bubble (Ian Bogost) "With so much hate and negativity in the world today..." (Rich Kleiman) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jorge "Mr. Eats 305" Arango joins the Mystery Crate for episode 305. Mike Fuentes is having a full blown midlife crisis, Tony tries to explain to Billy why men gain weight when their partners are pregnant, and Billy tries to find an influencer lane for a negative Fuentes. Also, Izzy is buying a Miami Subs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy, and Mikey A are getting ready for a big week of football surrounding...Indiana? Mike Golic joins the show to play a game of What if? and hear some of Billy and Stugotz's ideas to improve the college and NFL game. Golic is less than impressed. Simms joins the show in the middle of Stugotz's book tour and isn't happy about it. Simms thinks the Giants might have an issue with Tommy DeVito starting instead of Drew Lock or Daniel Jones. Simms is really impressed with the Bills and thinks they would beat the Chiefs again in the playoffs if they match up. K Funk is back to make picks with the rest of the crew, but Mojo has a new approach when talking to him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Trump won, Silicon Valley is Moneyballing everything, and the worldview of the most famous political nerd on Earth... is eating the world. But Nate Silver still wants to prove people wrong: on what the 2016 and 2024 elections really told us; his falling out with the Left; and how tech billionaires are more irrational than they like to admit. Also: Elon Musk totaling a car, Peter Thiel believing in destiny, and Neymar playing poker. Buy Nate Silver's new book: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/529280/on-the-edge-by-nate-silver/ Subscribe to Silver Bulletin: https://www.natesilver.net/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today's Nothing Personal word of the day is "2028," as in the year MLB plans to create national packages for major streaming companies to bid on to end local blackouts. (17:06) Will Juan Soto end up back in The Bronx? Hal Steinbrenner met with Soto, saying he has "no idea" if the superstar will sign with the Yankees...yikes. Chris Sale and Tarik Skubal are your 2024 Cy Young Winners. MLB MVPs will be announced tonight, SPOILER: expect Ohtani and Judge. (30:23) Review: People Versus Larry Flynt (35:28) A Florida man is suing Netflix because he couldn't access the Tyson Paul fight. (40:14) NBA and Disney are producing an animated Alt-Cast called "Dunk The Halls." It'll be a Mickey and Friends-themed version of Knicks Vs. Spurs at noon ET on Christmas Day. (45:15) Illinois Senator Dick Durbin (D) plans to introduce a bill called the fair ball act which would roll back MLB’s exclusion meaning they would have to pay minor leaguers fair wages and overtime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With just 3 weeks left of the college football season, the chaos is heating up as we barrel toward the 12-team playoff. Jordan and Peter make a case for Army before their huge matchup against Notre Dame this weekend. The BIG12 is on the brink of a tie-breaker situation, and which major SEC team will be left off? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Celtics ended the Cavaliers’ winning streak in a nail-biter that went down to the wire. Despite missing key players, the Cavs kept it close, but Boston ultimately came out on top. Over in Los Angeles, rookie Dalton Knecht lit up the Crypto.com Arena with a performance that has fans buzzing about his Rookie of the Year potential. Even LeBron James chimed in, reminding everyone that he saw Knecht’s potential long ago. Meanwhile, the 76ers are facing internal turmoil, with Joel Embiid at the center of scrutiny from Tyrese Maxey. Amin and Charlotte break it all down and dive into the latest DraftKings prop bets in this week’s game of "Prop-A-Slot." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘unilateral’ as in the Jets as in Woody Johnson and in Aaron Rodgers as in Joe Douglas. What a mess this team is. The Athletic released an article after Johnson fired Douglas yesterday and it’s damning. (11:55) Deion Sanders is the hottest name in coaching right now. His son may be a Top 5 pick. His other player Travis Hunter may be a Top 5 pick. Is Sanders following them? Is he the next Cowboys head man? (17:10) What is happening with the Rays? Is a new stadium happening? Is the county commission finally going to vote? Is the Rays letter going to get anything done? (34:00) Review: My Old Ass. (37:10) The Sixers have some issues. Big issues. Embiid sized issues. The 76ers reportedly have a team meeting where Tyrese Maxey called out Embiid. Uh oh. (42:40) NPPOD. (45:20) Manager of the Year was announced. Congrats! Vogt and Murphy win the award in their debut seasons. Wow. (49:20) I was supposed to be there for Rafa Nadal’s final match at the Davis Cup and the universe had other plans! Spain was eliminated! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s everyone’s favorite time of the week—Trivia Tuesday! Last week, Israel Gutierrez stepped in for Amin and narrowly lost to Jeremy Tache in a 4-3 battle. This week, Amin returns to reclaim his crown, but standing in his way is our special guest challenger, Mo Dakhil. Mo and Amin field questions about buzzer-beaters from Jayson Tatum and Julius Randle, NBA Cup standings featuring the Boston Celtics and Orlando Magic, and historic milestones like Chris Paul chasing Jason Kidd on the all-time assists leaderboard. They also tackle debates about teams like the Cleveland Cavaliers, Houston Rockets, and Los Angeles Lakers, and highlight standout performances from players like Giannis Antetokounmpo, Anthony Davis, and James Harden. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are entrapped by an algorithm preying on our most terrifying human vulnerabilities. But inside us exists a cabinet of curiosities, and few are better at finding poetry in our past than Nate DiMeo of The Memory Palace, an award-winning podcast and new book. Pablo's kindred spirit conjures a time before Jason Giambi and the golden thong, when the least qualified Major Leaguer of all time was also, somehow, the luckiest. Plus: a new video about pigeons; swimming “lesser channels”; and, yes, raccoons failing to eat cotton candy. Buy the book: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-memory-palace-true-short-stories-of-the-past-nate-dimeo/21177599 Subscribe to The Memory Palace: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-memory-palace/id299436963 And listen to the Prince episode of "Pablo Torre Finds Out": https://podcasts.apple.com/jm/podcast/when-docs-cry-inside-the-secret-netflix-masterpiece/id1685093486?i=1000672194989 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘outbid’ as in Juan Soto as in the Mets as in the Yankees as in the Red Sox as in the Blue Jays as in the Dodgers as in Scott Boras. What is the latest on the pursuit of Juan Soto? (12:10) The 2025 Baseball Hall of Fame ballot was released. Ichiro and CC Sabathia are the two favorites to get in. (17:40) Rookie of the Year was announced yesterday. Paul Skenes and Luis Gil were your winners! (20:20) The Dallas Cowboys are a disaster. Jerry World is a doom hole of abyss. They can’t win at home. Jerry Jones is losing it. This is bad bad bad. (33:15) Review: Between the Temples. (35:25) The Houston Astros have a new stadium name. So long Minute Maid Park. Hello, Daikin Park. (38:07) NPPOD. (41:00) Today is a monumental day for the Tampa Bay Rays. There’s a vote today. If it doesn’t go well the new stadium deal in St. Pete is all but dead. (46:35) The Buffalo Bills are taking on money. The Pegula Family is set to sell 20% of the Bills to investors! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Big news: Inside the NBA is heading to ABC and ESPN, replacing NBA Countdown. Charlotte and Amin react to the shift and what it says about the challenge of replicating Inside's success. On the court, Jayson Tatum’s OT game-winner sparks controversy over missed calls and Joe Mazzulla’s postgame comments annoy Amin. The Cavaliers remain undefeated at 15-0, with Amin explaining why they’re legit contenders—Georges Niang’s surprising impact included. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves’ season swings between highs and lows, and the Thunder defy logic starting a 6'5" center. Plus, the Mavs face tough questions about Luka’s fit as Kyrie thrives in his absence. Finally, we make our picks in Hot Streak, presented by DraftKings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A take a look back at the big Sunday in the NFL. Billy is mad at Joe Burrow for making him stay up late only to lose the game. Stugotz wonders if Mike Tomlin not scoring a touchdown means he has you exactly where he wants you. And congratulations of you started Taysom Hill in fantasy, but he won't do that again this year. Lucy stops by and is harassed by Fuentes for sounding negative about her trip, which turns everyone (Billy) against him. The BBBBBB is still red hot and he Billy gives his picks for the Monday Night game between the Cowboys and Texans. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘Father Time’ as in Mike Tyson as in Jake Paul as in Netflix as in boxing as in buffering. Let’s discuss the winners and losers of what we all watched on Friday night. Jake Paul beat Mike Tyson. Mike Tyson lost to Father Time. And we all lost for watching that. (14:55) NFL Week 11 had some great matchups! Josh Allen gets it done against Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs! The Steelers field goal their way to a win vs the Ravens! The Jets stink. Giants are benching Daniel Jones! So much! (31:30) Review: Beetlejuice Beetlejuice. (34:30) We have an NBA update! It looks like Inside the NBA is head to … ESPN!? What!? (46:15) NPPOD. (48:10) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the Pirates offer for the Paul Skenes rookie card. Would you take this offer? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘home sweet home’ as in the Tampa Bay Rays as in Tropicana Field as New York Yankees as in Spring Training. The Rays announced yesterday they will play home games at the Yankees Spring Training field. Wow. That’s two MLB teams that will play games at Minor League ballparks next season. (13:50) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about the MLB awards and why MLB decides to drag this out so long? Would I change this as Commissioner? (23:00) Diamond Sports Group emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy. What does this mean? Can you now watch your games? (36:12) Review: SLC Punk. (38:43) Mike Tyson is fighting Jake Paul tonight. Are you excited? Netflix is! This is genius! (44:00) NPPOD. (47:13) Is the NBA nearing a settlement with Warner Bros. Discovery? This saga has gone on for months now. TNT lost the NBA to ESPN, NBC, and Amazon. And they’re still fighting for something. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mike Fuentes feels bad for not doing anything special for Mystery Crate number 300. The crew tries to remember movies that ended poorly and recap how Billy got a fan ejected from the God Bless Football watch party. Later, they review Fuentes' Fast Food tiers and explore a brand new edition of Unpopular Opinions with Amin being very passionate about one in particular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz, Billy and Mikey A give their thoughts on the Thursday Night matchup between the Commanders and Eagles as the game is ending. Mike Golic tells us what the latest CFP rankings mean for the teams on the bubble as well as his lifelong dream to be a security guard. Simms stops by to share his thoughts on the JFK assassination, Aliens and a little bit of football. The crew is worried when K Funk doesn't show up again to make picks, but Mojo and Rallis tell us their worst losses from their college football days. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Charlotte kicks things off with a shoutout to Gregg Popovich before diving into LeBron James’ jaw-dropping 35-point triple-double. After that, we keep things in the family and discuss Bronny James' unique G League season plans. Then Charlotte and Amin do a rapid-fire roundup of insane scoring nights from around the NBA, including Victor Wembanyama’s record-breaking 50-point game, Giannis’ monster performance, and Jared McCain’s stunning performance for the Sixers. We also dive into the NBA GOAT debate, predict NBA Cup winners, and debut a brand-new segment—Prop-A-Slot, presented by DraftKings. Plus, Charlotte reacts to an on-brand Joe Mazzulla moment from Jeopardy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘leader’ as in Aaron Rodgers as in the quarterback as in the leader of men as in the Jets as in Jeff Ulbrich as in 2025. Aaron Rodgers “thinks” he’ll play next year. Enough already! He can’t help making everything about himself. (8:50) Anthony Richardson is back to being the Colts starter. 2 weeks after being benched. Shane Steichen said Joe Flacco was the best bet to win games… nope. Where is Chris Ballard? Where is Jim Irsay? In 2 weeks Anthony Richardson has figured it all out? (16:10) So You Wanna Talk to Samson!? Someone asked me about MLB and the Braves dropping objections against the Diamond Sports bankruptcy plan. Hmmm. (28:42) Review: Broadcast News. (35:30) Gregg Popovich is not coaching the Spurs right now after suffering a stroke. The team says he will make a full recovery. He’s in his 29th season as an NBA coach and all with the Spurs. (41:05) NPPOD. (42:30) Deion Sanders is ready to take on the NFL Draft. Just like Archie Manning did with Eli back in the day. Deion wants what’s best for his son Shedeur and Travis Hunter. How will this happen? (48:10) Joel Embiid didn’t play again last night. He said he would play back to backs and here we are with him not playing. What are the Sixers doing? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The second College Football Playoff rankings are out and fans are … confused. Texas moves up and Georgia is on the brink of falling off? NBC’s Nicole Auerbach joins Jordan and Peter to make sense of the chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A staggering number of death-row inmates have used their last words to do the same thing: pay tribute to their favorite sports teams. So we sent correspondent Dave Fleming to a supermax prison in Texas to find out why. Charles Flores — Inmate No. 999299 at the notorious Polunsky Unit in Livingston — has maintained his innocence for over 25 years and counting… while living in solitary confinement for 23 hours a day. And Flores agreed to take us inside his hidden world of game-day enchiladas, trash talk, and fantasy football. Where there isn’t always next year.= To learn more about the case of Charles Flores: https://www.freecharlesflores.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Amin is back, and basketball is better than ever! The Emirates NBA Cup is underway and has already won over fans, including Amin and Charlotte. Splash Brother Klay Thompson made his highly anticipated return during the tournament, but the Warriors quickly turned up the intensity. Meanwhile, the defending champion Boston Celtics suffered a shocking loss to the Hawks—the same Hawks who’ve lost to the Wizards twice this season! The Pistons edged out the Heat in a wild finish that saw Erik Spoelstra make one of basketball’s biggest blunders. Joel Embiid finally debuted this season but fell short of expectations. Plus, all the latest NBA Cup action and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

After lint-rolling through post-election coverage, Pablo tries to makes peace with Trump 2.0, with a little help from the future president of Grenada and the host of The Bulwark Podcast: Have Joe Rogan and the manosphere become the new fourth estate? How did a Suicide Squad of psychopaths become Washington's starting lineup? And how much is Elon Musk’s science fiction really fictional anymore? Plus: Grumpcoin, Hungry Hungry Hippos, Stephen A. Smith 2028, and Canon Curry 2052.  Further reading: About That Press Conference (Tim Miller) Elon Musk: The Evening Rocket (Jill Lepore) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The national vibes are... fraught. So, Pablo asks: What do you watch to make yourself feel better? Plus: athshletes, Uncrustables, the world's largest kaleidoscope, thicc televisions, and Understanding It Now. Further soothing content: Björk talking about her TV Zombie Kid Likes Turtles The CEO of Corn Grape Lady falls Eve of Saint Crispin's Day SHOOTING GUMMIE BEARS INTO A WATER BOTTLE We Couldn't Be Derailed in Brooklyn LeBron James Rides the New York City Subway Wait, NFL players eat how many Uncrustables? (Jayson Jenks) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘array’ as in options as in streaming as in broadcast as in pay per game. Is that what you want as a fan? Diamond Sports thinks so! You can pay for a single game to watch! (10:55) The Angels are here to spend money? Arte Moreno swears the team is buying now! Really? (18:08) Is fixing Tropicana Field worth it? $55 million in damages is the budget so far. But what about the new stadium? Is the city willing to dish out all that money? (29:48) Review: The Remarkable Life of Ibelin. (34:00) Let’s talk about Jordan Montgomery. Ken Kendrick crushed him. Frankly, every hitter this year crushed him. He’s back with the Diamondbacks… but for how long? (39:17) NPPOD. (47:00) Brian Flores wants to be a head coach in the NFL again. Brian Flores is still suing the NFL.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

🏈 The Underdogs deem it unlikely that the Kansas City Chiefs will continue their winning streak through the end of the season. ❄️ The guys debut a new segment, Frosty or Feisty?: Which NHL teams are really as bad as they look and who is showing some fight early in the season?  🥊 Plus, a fight for the ages: Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson. We’ve got a sure-fire bet to place on the spectacle. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today’s word of the day is ‘resuscitated’ as in the Miami Dolphins as in Tyreek Hill as in Tua as in Mike McDaniel as in the playoffs are back! Let’s start with Tyreek Hill and the update on his wrist. This will be a doozy! And then what is Tua thinking!? Trying to make a tackle on an interception!? (9:20) Coaches and the art of evaluating everything. Every coach does it. Yesterday Matt Eberflus and the Bears said it. Brian Daboll and the Giants said it. Antonio Pierce and the Raiders said it. Shane Steichen and the Colts said it. (15:12) Micah Parsons has been getting called out by everyone for his comments about Mike McCarthy. And then Micah Parsons took to his podcast to defend himself. The Cowboys are a mess that becomes even more of a mess. (24:10) NPPOD. It’s time for the Emirates NBA Cup! Get excited! (33:50) Review: The Substance. (40:00) The Phillies are making some changes. New minority investors. New changes to the upper-level of the front office. (47:50) The Marlins have found their man! A new manager! (49:50) Inter Miami was eliminated. Messi goes home. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's our favorite day of the week—Trivia Tuesday. Today, we're joined by Miami guy Jeremy Tache. Amin is out, so we have another Miami guy, Izzy Gutierrez, in his place to wear the Trivia crown on today's episode. This week's round of questions are about the differences between Eastern and Western Conference teams, unfortunate NBA injuries, rookie players, the a G-League who may or may not be related to LeBron James, the Sixers being the Sixers, NBA champions from the past, and more.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

While Amin is away, friend of the show Israel Gutierrez joins Charlotte as co-host. Giannis Antetokounmpo taunted Jaylen Brown with the "too slow" move, prompting Brown to call him a "child" in the post-game interview. Giannis insists he’s just having fun. Meanwhile, the Cleveland Cavaliers remain undefeated 11 games into the season, and with the Warriors playing like a top team in the West, Izzy and Charlotte wonder if it feels like 2016 all over again. JJ Redick is holding his own in his first head coaching role, but he’s struggling to control his emotions—especially when D'Angelo Russell takes questionable shots. The Nuggets are back on track, thanks to Nikola Jokic’s historically great start to the season. After recapping the latest NBA injuries, Charlotte and Izzy bring back Hot Streak to share their thoughts on the DraftKings odds for Klay Thompson's return to Golden State as the Mavericks and Warriors kick off the Emirates NBA Cup opening round. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices