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Hosts David Meltzer and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!

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    • Dec 17, 2018 LATEST EPISODE
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    • 118 EPISODES


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    12/12/18: Patriots' Lateral Loss, Ninja's Streaming Schedule, Kyler Murray Heisman, and Tim Brown

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2018 40:37


    This week Dave and Jason cover the Dolphins upset over the Patriots, and the Chargers' betrayal of San Diego fans. The show also covers how Ninja, the Fortnite streaming sensation, isn’t being correctly compensated for his work, as well as what Kyler Murray has in store for his future after winning the Heisman Trophy. Also included is an interview with Heisman Winner Tim Brown.

    12/5/18: Urban Meyer Retires, Top NFL Draft Prospects Pass on Bowl Games, Plus Colton Haynes

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2018 40:21


    Dave and Jason discuss the retirement of Urban Meyer, pointing out the stress and pressure of coaching an elite college football team. The episode also covers the new trend for NCAA Football players foregoing their participation in their school’s bowl games. Also included is an interview with Colton Haynes, famous for his role as Jackson Whittemore on MTV’s Teen Wolf, discussing how mental health struggles can impact performance.

    11/21/18: MLB Getting a "RedZone" Channel, GSW's Arena Pass, The Match, and Metta World Peace

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 26, 2018 40:04


    Dave and Jason talk about DAZN buying MLB’s digital rights and the plan to duplicate the “RedZone” experience for baseball, Hall of Fame Candidates, and end-of-season award winners. Plus, they cover the Golden State Warriors’ new arena pass for fans and make predictions for “The Match” between Tiger Woods and Phil Mickelson. Also included is an interview with former Los Angeles Laker and current Big 3 contestant Metta World Peace.

    11/9/2018: NFL and Fortnite Partnership, Kershaw's New Deal, The Waterboy, plus Reggie Love

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 9, 2018 40:22


    Dave and Jason dig into Fortnite's new deal with the NFL, Clayton Kershaw's new contract, and the 20th anniversary of "The Waterboy". Plus, an interview with Reggie Love, former Duke basketball player and President Obama's aide.

    10/31/2018: Halloween 2018 and World Series Recap

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 40:23


    Dave and Jason talk about the MLB playoffs and how Kershaw is better than we are perceiving, how Dave appreciates his relationship with Dave Roberts, who’s going to Philadelphia and the huge TV deal that the Phillies just signed. And a segment from the Playbook with Dave Roberts.

    10/27/2018: The Chargers Struggle In LA, MLB Playoffs, G-League Select Contracts

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 40:29


    Dave explains how LA teams are struggling but the Lakers are still interesting, the Chargers aren’t and they need to move back to the San Diego. And Jason talks about the MLB playoffs and the new ability of the G-League playoffs. And a segment from the Playbook with Duke Ihenacho.

    10/12/2018: Lakers' First Preseason Game, NFL Team Valuations, and Record-Breaking QBs.

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 40:22


    Dave and Jason talk about being open to the possibility of opportunity, Donald Trump as a marketer, the flag situation in the NFL and Warren Moon’s success in the league. And a segment from the Playbook with Jeff Henderson.

    09/28/2018: Thursday Night Football Firsts, Patrick Mahomes Sponsor Strategy, and Tiger/Ryder Cup

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 40:16


    Dave and Jason explain Leigh Steinberg’s client Patrick Mahomes not taking any deals, Tiger winning the Tour Championship and the stardom of Tiger, the Ryder Cup, and Dave’s Unstoppable Foundation. And a segment from the Playbook with Paul Rabil.

    09/17/2018: Forbes List of Top College Football Programs & Vontae Davis Retires Mid-Game

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 7, 2018 40:23


    Jason and Dave talk about the forbes list of College Football and how Texas A&M took the top spot, how student athletes may need to start being paid, possible Hall of Famers and Mike Trout’s lifetime deal. And a segment from the Playbook with Shawn Merriman.

    08/25/2018: Urban Meyer Fallout, Phil Mickelson joins Twitter, plus Dr. Chao

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2018 41:59


    David and Jason talk about the Urban Meyer Scandal, and what Phil Mickelson is doing on Twitter, and college basketball's shift from NET to RPI rankings. Plus, an interview with sports injury expert Dr. Chao.

    08/18/2018: Kobe Bryant and Body Armor, the Browns' Budweiser activation, the Tiger Effect

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2018 41:54


    David and Jason explain Kobe Bryant’s investment strategy in Body Armor, what investing in yourself can do for your career, and the details behind the Browns’ partnership with Budweiser. Plus, an interview with Chris Smith, the CEO of Athlete Network.

    8/11/2018: Pro Football HOF speeches, LeBron James, and Phil Mickelson's commercial

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2018 41:56


    This week David and Jason recapped The Pro Football Hall of Fame speeches, talk about what is going on with Lebron James, and discuss Phil Mickelson’s new commercial. Plus, an interview with entrepreneur Herb Sih.

    08/04/2018: Baseball Hall of Fame 2019 predictions, Pro Football HOF candidates, plus Jon McGraw

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2018 41:52


    Jason and Dave talk about what separates Hall of Fame caliber athletes from the rest and make predictions for the Baseball and Pro Football Hall of Fame Classes. Plus, and interview with former NFL safety Jon McGraw.

    07/21/2018: Mike Trout's Marketability and All Star Week, Plus Jan Stenerud

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2018 41:59


    This week David and Jason discuss Mike Trout’s marketability and popularity comapred to other athletes, as well as talk about MLB's All-Star Week. They also touch on the marketing of individual athletes and have an interview with Jan Stenerud.

    07/14/2018: Stanley Cup recap, PGA Tour resurgence, and Cameron Colvin interview,

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2018 41:58


    This week, Dave and Jason discuss the NHL with Stanley Cup champion Washington Capitals and the runner-up Las Vegas Golden Knights. Jason and Dave switch over to the PGA Tour and chat about why golf has become so popular over the last couple years. Plus, an interview with Cameron Colvin, former San Francisco 49er.

    07/07/2018: Hot Dog Eating Contests, TO and the HOF, plus Hall of Famer Bobby Bell.

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2018 42:23


    This week, Dave and Jason discuss Joey Chestnut’s hot dog eating prowess, T.O.’s decision to decline his Hall Of Fame Induction Ceremony Invitation, and Dave’s record-setting pole vaulting career. Plus, an interview with multiple Hall of Famer interview with Bobby Bell.

    06/30/2018: World Cup 2026, esports trends, Reggie Bush's lawsuit, plus a Brandon Steiner interview.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2018 42:24


    The hosts discuss the joint 2026 World Cup bid and their expectations, Reggie Bush's lawsuit against the Rams, and trends in esports. They are also joined by Brandon Steiner of Steiner Sports for an interview.

    06/23/2018: 2018 NBA Draft, Puma and Jay-Z, plus Jim Mora Sr.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2018 42:09


    On this week’s edition, The Blender delves deep into the NBA Draft, Puma’s return to the basketball world and their hiring of Jay-Z, and Lebron’s final destination. In addition, David and Jason take on the one-and-done rule, plus Jim Mora Sr. joins the show for an interview.

    06/16/2018: Father's Day Edition of Sports Blender

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2018 42:24


    The Blender talks father/son sports combos, favorite memories, and more in the Father's Day Edition. Plus, an interview with World Series winner Buddy Biancalana, who now teaches athletes to get in "the zone".

    06/09/2018: Terrell Owens turns down HOF, Capitals win the Stanley Cup, plus Cameron Colvin.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2018 42:25


    The hosts talk about the Washington Capitals' Stanley Cup victory and what it means for DC, as well as Terrell Owens' decision not to attend his induction at the Hall of Fame. Plus, an interview with NFLer turned real estate entrepreneur Cameron Colvin.

    06/02/2018: NBA Finals, sports "bucket lists", Brian Colangelo, and True Nutrition CEO Doug Smith.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 3, 2018 41:32


    Hosts talk about their sports "bucket list", the entertainment value of a Warriors/Cavs Finals, and the 76ers' Twitter issues. They are also joined by Doug Smith, the CEO of True Nutrition.

    05/26/2018: The NFL's new anthem rules, Golden Knights make Finals, and talking cryotherapy.

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2018 54:40


    The Blender talks about new rules in the NFL, an expansion team making the Stanley Cup Finals, plus an interview with Cryo Innovations CEO Keith Scheinberg.

    05/19/2018: Legal Gambling, Brad Stevens, and an interview with Andrea Sestini Hlaváčkova

    Play Episode Listen Later May 20, 2018 42:22


    The Blender covers the Supreme Court Decision on gambling and its impact, David Price's Fortnite controversy, plus Brad Stevens not getting love from his fellow coaches. Tennis player Andrea Sestini Hlaváčkova talks with David Meltzer about her family's impact on her career.

    05/12/18: More Strikeouts than Hits, Mike Trout's approach, and an interview with Jason Collins

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2018 42:15


    This week's Blender talks about Major League Baseball seeing more strikeouts than hits for the first time ever and Mike Trout's approach to improving his game. Plus, David Meltzer interviews Jason Collins about his career and coming out to the sports world.

    05/05/2018: Recapping the Draft and Braves star Ozzie Albies

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2018 42:09


    The Blender recaps a wild 2018 NFL Draft, discussing top picks such as Baker Mayfield and Bradley Chubb, and which teams got the best value. They are also joined by Atlanta Braves standout Ozzie Albies, one of the best young players in MLB.

    04/28/2018: The NFL Draft and Aaron Rodgers Investing in the NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2018 40:50


    This week's Blender tackles how to find the right fit in the NFL Draft, the value of quarterbacks, and why Aaron Rodgers decided to invest his money in the Milwaukee Bucks. Vance Mueller is also interviewed, discussing his time at Occidental College and in the NFL.

    04/14/2018: PGA's new slogan and Chase Utley Pays it Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2018 41:21


    The hosts talk about marketing at The Masters, their thoughts on the PGA's newest slogan, and the story of a Chase Utley fan and cancer survivor becoming his teammate.

    03/24/2018: Fortnite and March Madness

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 28, 2018 41:21


    This week on The Blender the hosts discuss how Fortnite and esports are changing the way that content is consumed, how Tiger’s comeback affects the Masters, and what March Madness underdogs can do to build their brand.

    3/10/2018: The value of non-traditional sponsors for sports teams.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2018 41:22


    This week on The Blender, the hosts discuss inspirational stories from the NFL Combine and the importance of value-based leadership, joined by author and entrepreneur Susan Sly.

    03/03/2018: Lamar Jackson's mom as his manager and fallout from the FBI investigation.

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2018 3:23


    On this episode of The Blender, the hosts discuss Lamar Jackson’s choice to have his mother as his manager, whether NFL sponsorships have lost value, and how NCAA rules have led to a massive scandal for college basketball.

    02/24/2018: YouTube's deal with Turner Networks and the difference between Mayfield and Manziel.

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2018 41:22


    This week on Sports Blender, the hosts discuss All-Star Weekend 2018, seeing setbacks as a “set-up” for success, the perception surrounding Baker Mayfield and Johnny Manziel, and YouTube's new deal with Turner Networks

    2/13/2018: How much are QBs worth? Yankee Strength Coach Dana Cavalea talks legends in pinstripes

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2018 41:29


    This week, the Blender covers Jimmy Garoppolo's extension, the true value of quarterbacks and whether collusion is affecting the MLB free agent market. The hosts are joined by former Director of Strength and Conditioning for the New York Yankees, Dana Cavalea, and have a quick round of Love It or Leave It.

    Sports Blender 1/30/2018: Doug Pederson v Bill Belichick, Baja Racer Jim Riley Joins the Studio

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 7, 2018 41:27


    This week on The Blender, the hosts chat about how a former high school coach beat Bill Belichick in the Super Bowl and the newly elected Pro Football Hall of Famers. Entrepreneur and racer Jim Riley joins the show to talk about marketing Baja racing and extreme sports. Finally, the hosts cover Taco Bell's PGA Tour appearance and the big trades of the week, Blake Griffin and Alex Smith.

    Sports Blender 1/30/2018: Super Bowl LII, Tiger Woods, return of XFL, and everything in between

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2018 40:18


    On this episode of the Blender, the hosts discuss when sports gambling will be legalized, plus Tiger Woods' first made cut of the year. In addition, they talk about LeBron James being the youngest to score 33,000 points and its impact on his legacy. The show wraps up with the hosts discussing Pro Bowl Weekend, the NBA All-Star Draft, and whether the XFL will succeed this time around.

    Sports Blender 1/23/2018: Super Bowl, NFL Walter Payton Man of the Year, Kobe Bryant

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2018 41:28


    This week on The Blender the hosts discuss how the energy of the Super Bowl is different from other big games, plus the finalists for the NFL's Walter Payton Man of the Year and the importance of service. They wrap up the show by discussing the 12-year anniversary of Kobe's 81-point game and the possibility it will be duplicated.

    Sports Blender 1/16/2018: Marcus Williams' air tackle, marketing NCAA, and Kobe Bryant takes over TV

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2018 41:22


    This week on The Blender, the hosts discuss Marcus Williams' whiff and the rest of the NFL Playoffs, plus predictions for the Super Bowl. After recapping the CFB Championship, David and Jason talk about how to capitalize on the marketability of the top programs in college sports. They also share their opinions on upcoming shows from Kobe Bryant and Tom Brady.

    Sports Blender 1/9/2018: Week 1 NFL Playoffs, UCF v REAL National Champions?,

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2018 41:25


    On this episode of The Blender, the hosts discussed Week 1 of the NFL Playoffs and how teams like the Patriots consistently (and persistently) make championship games. They also cover interesting marketing opportunities including UCF declaring themselves national champs and the Dallas Mavericks' name change in China. Finally, they close with Carson Palmer's retirement decision as well as Big Baller Brand's issues with the Better Business Bureau.

    Sports Blender 1/2/2018: Rose Bowl, Dick Enberg, and buy shares of your favorite sports team

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 3, 2018 41:14


    HAPPY NEW YEAR: Rose Bowl Game and Georgia heading to the National Championship. Jason and David pay their respects to Dick Enberg and their thoughts of sports broadcasting. Guest on this episode: Zack Ward, you may know him as 'Scut Farkas' your favorite bully in "A Christmas Story", but we know him as the CEO of Global Sports Financial Exchange, a site that allows fans to buy stocks in their favorite pro sports teams.

    Sports Blender 12/12/2017: Major MLB Offseason Moves and Carson Wentz

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2017 41:25


    Listen to coverage of biggest news of the baseball off-season: the Shohei Ohtani signing and the Giancarlo Stanton trade. Then the latest of the NFL with the breaking news of Carson Wentz’s season-ending injury and the snow-covered fields of Buffalo. The show also features segments on the latest man to be kicked out of baseball, Russia’s ban from the Winter Olympics, and the breakup between LaVar Ball and UCLA.

    Sports Blender 12/6/2017: A Conversation with Chad Sahley

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2017 19:53


    Host David Meltzer is joined in a one-on-one interview with Social Bluebook founder, Chad Sahley. As a champion for the underdog, Sahley discusses his desire to help new media creators maintain control of their original content and know their true worth in the marketing world. Throughout their talk, Sahley focuses on the shifting media paradigm and how to successfully navigate your way through it all.

    Sports Blender 12/5/2017: Aaron Boone, Ben McAdoo, and the College Football Playoffs

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 6, 2017 41:26


    This week on The Sports Blender, the team covers a wide range of topics from the MLB to College Football to Tiger Woods. The show kicks off with a discussion about the Yankees’ managerial decision and later highlights the coaching shake up with another New York team. Other topics on the show include the release of the College Football Playoffs final four teams, the power of Tiger Woods, and the recent focus on charity in the NFL.

    Sports Blender 12/4/2017: A Conversation with Cricket Lee

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2017 16:17


    Host David Meltzer has a conversation with revolutionary clothing entrepreneur, Cricket Lee. Dave and Cricket discuss the science behind FitLogic and overcoming stigmas related to the size and shape of a woman's body. Throughout the conversation, Cricket discusses standing up for herself in high school and her persistent efforts to empower the underdog.

    Sports Blender 11/29/2017 -- Shohei Ohtani, Pro Football HOF, and College Football

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 29, 2017 41:24


    The guys begin today's show with a discussion about the drama of college football and the debate about expanding the College Football Playoff. Continuing on the topic of college football, there was a discussion about UCLA football's recent hiring of Chip Kelly as the new head coach and the impact he will have not only on UCLA football, but on UCLA's popularity in the city of Los Angeles. The show then transitioned to light debate about the upcoming NFL Hall of Fame class and whether or not first-balloters - Ray Lewis, Brian Urlacher, and Randy Moss - will be inducted. Finally, the discussion moved to the "Japan's Babe Ruth" and his decision to come to the MLB to continue his baseball career, as well as the success of Japanese players making the move to the United States to play.

    Sports Blender 11/21/2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 22, 2017 41:26


    Hosts David Meltzer, Jim Leyritz, and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!

    Sports Blender 11/14/2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2017 41:24


    Hosts David Meltzer, Jim Leyritz, and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!

    Sports Blender 10/31/2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2017 41:24


    Hosts David Meltzer, Jim Leyritz, and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!

    Sports Blender 10/24/2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2017 41:15


    Hosts David Meltzer, Jim Leyritz, and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!

    Sports Blender 10/17/2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2017 41:24


    This week's Sports Blender hosts David Meltzer and Jason Brennan discuss what separates the best from the inept when it comes to closing out a game or series. Followed by a recap of the MLB Playoffs from the perspective of a two-time World Series Champ, Jim Leyritz, "The King of New York". Everything else, including the escapades of a commissioner's wife on Twitter, is covered in #LoveItorLeaveIt.

    Sports Blender 10/3/2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2017 41:25


    Hosts David Meltzer, Jim Leyritz, and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!

    Sports Blender 9/26/2017

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2017 41:26


    Hosts David Meltzer, Jim Leyritz, and Jason Brennan attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on SB Nation Radio!

    Sports Blender Episode 52 06/13/17

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2017 41:24


    Hosts David Meltzer and Jim Leyritz attack the latest sports news with the in-your-face style you would expect. The only rule is no topic is off limits. Don't miss "Sports Blender" on Yahoo Sports Radio!

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