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Markets are frisky, diesel's a bandit, and DC is still DC. Today's Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report for March 24, 2026 walks through: live cattle in the mid-230s, feeders pushing the upper half of their recent range, and corn sagging with national cash around 4.18. USDA's February slaughter report still shows cattle slaughter down about 7% and beef production down around 4% year-over-year, with heavier carcass weights trying to close the gap. Boxed beef has Choice around 400 and Select just under 393. The real squeeze is fuel: U.S. on-highway diesel is sitting a little above $5.00 a gallon, roughly a dollar over EIA's full-year forecast, and up about 4% week-over-week, which quietly rewrites every freight, hay, fertilizer, and feedyard bill in your budget. Also in this episode: - Freedom Framework scoreboard on market distortion and regulatory drag - Underreported story: how diesel is quietly running every ranch in America - On This Day - March 24: Koch discovers the TB bug (1882), the Exxon Valdez spill (1989), NATO's Kosovo air campaign (1999), and National Ag Day 2026 with the theme "Together We Grow" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report – March 23, 2026. In this episode: - March 1 Cattle on Feed at 11.5 million head with February placements up 4% – what that does to leverage between ranchers, feedyards, and packers. - Fats and feeders firm with corn back in the mid‑$4.60s, beans and wheat under pressure – how that pencils out for buying calves and locking in feed. - Western snowpack at weak levels, early high‑risk fire setup, and Nebraska Sandhills wildfires burning over 820,000 acres – direct implications for hay, grazing, and water. - USDA's new prevented‑planting rules and nearly $900 million headed to western water infrastructure – why those policy moves actually change risk management on real operations. If you want every Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report plus full transcripts and links in one place, join the email list on Substack (free or paid): https://burnindaylight.substack.com Subscribing there is the best way to support the show and make sure you never miss an episode as we keep building this series out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Feed got more expensive, the board flinched, JBS Greeley workers walked, BLM's yanking horses off Nevada country, and drought's already eyeing your grass. Today's Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report covers the latest grain rally, a hard break in cattle futures versus steady cash, USDA's tighter beef outlook, the JBS Greeley strike, early-season drought and fire risk in the West, and BLM's big Nevada horse removals where herd numbers are 5-6 times over Appropriate Management Levels. If you're trying to pencil cost of gain, pasture plans, or show lists heading into spring, this one will help you sharpen the pencil before you turn anything out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After some internet outages and StreamYard/AI issues, the Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report is back for March 19, 2026. We cover: - Markets: corn, beans, wheat, fats, feeders, and hogs – where they closed and why it still feels like a “wait and see” board with high feed costs and no relief for cattle feeders. - JBS Greeley strike: 3,800 workers out at a 6,000 head/day JBS plant that handles about 6% of U.S. beef capacity, why the union walked, what JBS is saying, and how that chokepoint throws the whole system into a holding pattern. - Ranch‑level fallout: what happens when fats back up in the yard, freight gets higher, local cash bids soften, and regional differences matter a lot more than they used to. - Texas & Nebraska wildfires: Panhandle and Sandhills fires, cattle and fence losses, and what USDA programs (LIP, ELAP, CRP emergency grazing, ECP fence/cleanup) actually cover – plus why documentation and deadlines matter if you want to see a check. - How to help: Nebraska Sandhills Rancher Fire Relief fund and how to donate online or by mail. Nebraska Sandhills Rancher Fire Relief (online): https://kearneyfoundation.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=3211 Music: “Burnin' Daylight” – Matt Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This St. Paddy's Day, the Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report digs into tight cattle, packer leverage, high input costs, and early fire danger. ​ We cover: Markets: fats higher, feeders screaming, hogs steady, soybeans limit-down on China worries, and wheat/corn hanging in there. ​ Packers vs producers: cattle on feed down, shorter showlists, a little leverage shifting back to the country—but packers still running chain speed. ​ Input costs: diesel up roughly 40–50¢ in 10 days and back over $5 in Nevada, unleaded over $4, fertilizer still expensive, and margins getting squeezed despite strong cattle. ​ Interest: prime around 6¾ with Fed funds mid‑3s, making operating notes, feeder loans, and land payments all bite harder. ​ Fire: early 2‑acre fires and escaped burn piles, dry fuels, unpredictable ENSO‑neutral weather, and practical fire‑prep steps so one windy July day doesn't wipe you out. ​ Fuel's expensive, interest is expensive, cattle are tight, and fire's coming—so do your math, get your plan ready, and keep your head on a swivel. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Megaphone description (you talking about the episode): Nebraska is on fire and it ain't clickbait. I break down the biggest wildfire in Nebraska history—700,000-plus acres burned with the Morrill Fire alone over 572,000 acres of ranch country. We hit the cattle markets quick, then spend most of the show on what matters: blackened pastures, blown-out fence, smoke-choked cows, and ranch families trying to hold it together. I walk through the maps, read you some gut-punch quotes from folks on the ground, and talk through feed, fence, and where to look for help if you're in the path of one of these fires. Theme Music Burnin' Daylight by Matt Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on the Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report, we sort through a busy week for working cow folks. Cattle futures took a hit even as boxed beef stayed strong, fertilizer prices jumped on the Iran conflict and a choked‑off Strait of Hormuz, and neutral ENSO plus lousy Colorado snowpack keep the Plains drought picture plenty squirrelly. We walk through what that combo means for hay, feed costs, spring planting decisions, and the slow, cautious cow‑calf rebuild. Then we lighten it up with a ride along on the 2026 Great Florida Cattle Drive—a 40‑plus mile heritage push across multiple ranches that's keeping cracker cowboy culture alive while development chews up pasture.​ Pull up a chair and pour some coffee—this one's about tightening up risk without losing the joy of the job. Episode typeFull episode / News & analysis Show / seriesFriggin' Farm & Ranch Report – Burnin' Daylight Season2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Beneath the stars so bright… you know the song. It's the Friggin' Farm & Ranch Report for March 12, 2026, and today we're doing it a little better than yesterday. We start with the numbers off National Beef Wire – live cattle, feeders, hogs, corn, beans, and wheat – and talk about what it really means when the board's bouncing but the cash index is soft and your inputs are stupid high. From there we dig into what's driving the crazy: Iran and the Strait of Hormuz turning NOLA urea into a roller coaster Fertilizer up 30–40%, acres shifting out of corn, guys getting “no-bid” on nitrogen War, fuel, and the Fed setting up the next round of food inflation Farm Bill 2.0 crawling through DC while 56 farm groups use the phrase “existential threat” with a straight face New World screwworm at the southern border, Mexican cattle shut off, and what that means for feeder supply We wrap with a bittersweet Montana story: a ranch family sitting on a ~$21 million place that could've gone to developers or hedge‑fund money… and instead they just give it away so it stays a working ranch. What do you do when the next buyer isn't a neighbor in a feed‑up pickup, it's Wall Street? If you're seeing any of this on the ground – goofy fertilizer quotes, weird local cash, border fallout, or big money buying up ranches in your country – I want to hear about it. Email: matt@burnin-daylight.comIG: @moveyourassAll the links: burnin-daylight.com Move your ass – we're burnin' daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Friggin Farm & Ranch Report is back. In this episode, Matt breaks down the cattle markets, grain and fertilizer shock from the Iran conflict, the latest dicamba ruling, and the devastating wildfires in Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. We talk fed cattle near $240 live, feeder indices in the mid‑$360s, corn in the mid‑$4s, beans in the upper‑$11s, and how higher nitrogen, fuel, and interest rates squeeze ranchers even with strong prices. Matt also digs into Strait of Hormuz shipping risk, global urea trade, and why fertilizer and freight costs matter just as much as futures quotes for working cowboys in flyover country. Closing out, we cover wildfire cattle losses, hay over $250/ton, disaster programs, and why fire, drought, regulations, and war all stack up on real farm and ranch families. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I've got Aaron back in the Death of Fun studio and we're trying to laugh our way through a twelve‑day war, Trump lighting up Iran, the U.S. literally stealing Maduro out of his own house, cartel chaos, and everyone on TV lying to our faces. The only way we can deal with it is to crack jokes and talk shit. We get into how mainstream news is completely cooked, why I don't trust a single cable channel, and how I'm watching Al Jazeera just to dodge American propaganda. We talk mystery “super‑weapons,” casualty numbers we're not getting, Iran's “die for this” mindset, Israel bombing half the map, and Lindsey Graham acting like Mossad's most enthusiastic fanboy. Then we pivot hard into the Epstein files and Bill Clinton's testimony, roast rich‑guy “massage on every jet” culture, wonder where the pedophile line actually starts, and binge Bill's deposition like it's the best SNL sketch that never aired. I freely admit I'm not rich enough to know if every billionaire flight comes with a back rub, I'm definitely not suicidal, and I might actually buy a “probably on the Epstein list” shirt just to see who twitches. If dark humor, bad language, and two blue‑collar idiots stress‑laughing at the end of the empire is your thing, you're in the right place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball season's over—but what a finish. Matt and Jake break down one of the best World Series matchups in years: Dodgers vs. Blue Jays. From Vladdy Jr.'s monster postseason to Yamamoto's all-time performance, this series had everything—extra innings, big-name heroics, and a Game 7 for the ages. They dig into: • Why Vladdy's postseason deserves legend status • How Yamamoto locked up World Series MVP • The baserunning blunder that ended it all • Award predictions, free-agency rumors & salary cap talk • Early 2025 picks and baseball's rising momentum Stick around for football, basketball, and hockey chatter—and a little “Free Chauncey” talk at the end.

October baseball's here, and the boys are back in the saddle to break down the 2025 World Series — Dodgers vs. Blue Jays. Matt's in his new studio, Jake's talking redemption, and Jordan's already stirring the pot. The crew recaps wild finishes to the ALCS and NLCS, digs into Seattle's heartbreak, Detroit's collapse, and Toronto's hot bats, then debates who's taking home the trophy. From Shohei's dominance to Vladdy's monster postseason, they cover every angle — pitching matchups, lineups, bullpen depth, and how the A's became everyone's favorite spoiler. Then it's full send into college football chaos, NFL surprises, and a little F1 talk before wrapping with the oldest rivalry in the Mountain West — CSU vs. Wyoming. Timestamps: 0:00 – Back in the studio 7:45 – The AL playoff fallout 26:20 – Mariners, Tigers, Royals recap 40:15 – NLCS: Dodgers' dominance & Shohei show 1:05:30 – World Series predictions 1:35:00 – Offseason outlooks for A's, Royals, Tigers 2:05:40 – College Football chaos & SEC shakeup 2:42:00 – NFL check-in 3:05:00 – CSU vs. Wyoming preview Follow & Subscribe:

It's spoiler season in MLB, and the A's are leading the charge after knocking Boston down a peg at Fenway. In this episode, Matt dives deep into the late-season playoff picture and all the chaos across baseball, college football, and the NFL. Baseball: A's and Angels playing spoiler — Oakland sweeps the Reds, takes a series off Boston, while the Angels quietly keep ruining contenders' weekends. Royals' offense goes ice cold — why Salvador Perez's big year is being wasted. AL playoff picture: Yankees, Blue Jays, Astros, and Mariners fighting for spots, while Cleveland lurks right behind. Blue Jays' consistency and underrated stars like Alejandro Kirk and Bo Bichette. Cal Raleigh's historic switch-hitting season, Judge's MVP-level tear, and Schwarber's quiet 50+ homer year. NL playoff race: Brewers in control, Phillies cruising, Padres chasing the Dodgers, Cubs falling apart, Mets completely imploding, and why the Reds and Diamondbacks are still alive. Dodgers facing a gauntlet, Padres have an opening, and Arizona's constant shuttle with the Reno Aces. Key series: Astros vs. Mariners, Reds vs. Cubs, Dodgers vs. Giants — all playoff-shaping. College Football: Top 25 breakdown: Ohio State and Penn State looking dominant, LSU maybe overrated, Miami making a statement against USF, Georgia proving itself in a comeback win over Tennessee. Florida State is back — Alabama comparison, Miami vs. FSU could decide the ACC. Illinois and Indiana battling to prove they belong in the playoff conversation. Oregon's potential to finally get over the hump, USC shaky, and why Clemson is falling fast. Vanderbilt's surprise rise behind Diego Pavia, Georgia Tech emerging as a dark horse, and why Mississippi State might be better than expected. Big games this week: Texas Tech–Utah, Auburn–Oklahoma, Ole Miss–Tulane. NFL: Broncos frustrations — Sean Payton refusing to run the ball, Bo Nix needs balance to succeed. Chiefs at 0–2 and why Matt hopes they keep losing. Chargers looking sharp but always a threat to “Charger” their season away. Raiders, Lions, and why the AFC West is still the best division in football. Injury talk: Achilles and ACL tears piling up, how turf and modern training styles are fueling the problem. Another week where baseball gets chaotic, college football heats up, and the NFL gives us plenty to yell about. Follow Burnin' Daylight Sports: Instagram: @burnindaylightsports Main podcast feed: @moveyerass Theme song: Burnin' Daylight by Matt Wilson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball's still rolling, but college football has officially taken over the spotlight. In this episode we break down the first two weeks of the season, big wins, shocking upsets, and early storylines shaping the playoff picture. We cover: Week 1 & 2 takeaways: Ohio State dominance, Texas hype check, Clemson collapse, and Florida State looking scary SEC shakeups: Georgia struggling, LSU surging, South Carolina and Ole Miss pushing up the rankings, Alabama's coaching woes Notre Dame's playoff hopes already on the line, Miami fraud watch, and why USF might be the real sleeper Big Ten & Big 12 outlooks: Illinois and Indiana as dark horses, Oklahoma's gauntlet schedule, Iowa State giant slaying Mizzou, Auburn, and Tennessee – which SEC “second tier” team can actually make noise? Betting talk: spreads, moneylines, and where the smart money might be (Tennessee-Georgia, South Florida-Miami, Wisconsin-Bama, and more) Mountain West watch: Wyoming, CSU, and Utah matchups NFL Week 1 quick hits: Chiefs stumble, Ravens & Bills light it up, Titans in trouble It's early in the season, but we're already seeing who's for real and who's frauding. College football chaos is here. Follow & Subscribe: Instagram: @burnindaylightsports Main Podcast Instagram: @moveyerass More content: burnin-daylight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

September baseball is here, and the playoff races are heating up. On this episode we dive into the stretch run, breaking down division battles, wild card chases, and who's hot — and who's folding — as the postseason picture sharpens. We cover: AL West chaos: Astros, Mariners, and Rangers in a three-team scramble AL East push: Yankees, Red Sox, and Blue Jays fighting for spots Royals, Guardians, and other dark horse teams with an outside shot NL storylines: Brewers' dominance, Phillies surging, Mets collapsing, Giants sneaky good MVP, Cy Young, and Rookie of the Year debates — Judge vs. Cal Raleigh, Scooble vs. Crochet, Skeens vs. Shohei, and more Which bubble teams could sneak into October Rockies talk (because why not) and some all-time baseball great comparisons Baseball's long season always comes down to September drama, and this year's home stretch is shaping up to be wild. Follow & Subscribe: Instagram: @burnindaylightsports Main Podcast Instagram: @moveyerass More content: burnin-daylight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Cal Raleigh — The Big Dumper — makes history as the first catcher ever to hit 50 bombs in a season. We tip the cap to the Mariners' slugger, talk a little September baseball, then dive into Week Zero chaos and the monster Week One slate in college football. We cover it all: Iowa State spoils K-State's opener in Dublin Texas & Arch Manning debut at No. 1 vs. Ohio State at the Horseshoe Penn State's Big Ten title shot and James Franklin's “prove it” year Clemson's bounce back, Georgia & Bama's shifting dynasties Who's overrated (Arizona State, Illinois) vs. who's being slept on (Ole Miss, Iowa State, Boise, Indiana) Why the SEC might not be the top conference anymore Plus: MLB playoff races heating up, Big Dumper chasing 60, Royals & Reds pushing for October, and a quick look at the NFL just around the corner. It's peak sports season — baseball's hot, football's back, and we're right in the middle of it. Follow and subscribe: Instagram – @burnindaylightsports YouTube, TikTok, Facebook – Burnin' Daylight Sports Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What starts as a completely normal conversation about dolphins somehow ends up in bull anatomy, South Park cowardice, the Trump/Putin summit, and why the border's still a mess. Aaron and I dive headfirst into the absurd, the political, and the historically questionable — all while keeping it the way we used to talk in the dorms before the world got lame. This episode covers: (00:00) Dolphin “self-defense” strategies (05:48) How bulls actually break their junk (12:40) Catholic priest jokes, Norm Macdonald, and Trump's Epstein problem (22:10) South Park avoiding Biden jokes (33:42) The boogeyman problem after Trump's gone (40:28) Authoritarianism from both sides (52:05) Mexico's Jewish president (01:00:35) Hitler on meth, French cowardice, and WWII “what ifs” (01:16:10) Immigration hypocrisy & Denver's migrant bill (01:27:58) Genders you didn't know existed (01:36:00) The Great Russia, Russia, Russia Summit (01:55:40) Taiwan, Ukraine, and the “Zelensky problem” Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The big boys are stumbling. Yankees, Mets, Dodgers, Cubs, Astros — all taking on water while Seattle keeps charging. We break down who's falling apart, who's making noise, and how the playoff races look in mid-August. We cover: Mariners' surge & Josh Naylor's base-stealing spree Astros' injuries, pitching issues & AL West shakeup Yankees' skid & Aaron Boone's questionable bullpen choices Mets dropping in the NL East while Phillies keep rolling Brewers owning the NL Central, Reds pushing, Cubs fading Padres making a run at the Dodgers in the NL West AL & NL Wild Card chaos New Tigers vs. A's side bet through season's end Ichiro's No. 51 retirement with Randy Johnson catching Angels and A's as perfect late-season spoilers Follow Burnin' Daylight Sports on Instagram @burnindaylightsports and on YouTube for more baseball talk, betting breakdowns, and mid-season chaos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The trade deadline came and went, and now that the dust's settled, we're seeing exactly who won, who lost, and who's already regretting everything. Me, Jake, and Jordan break it all down — from blockbuster moves to bullpen disasters — and talk about how it's all shaking up the playoff races. In this episode: Padres push all their chips in (again) — can they finally make it stick? A's flip Mason Miller and Sears for a legit prospect haul Mariners go big and might finally be for real Yankees load up on bullpen arms… and immediately fall on their face Tigers desperately need a bat… and just go shopping for more arms Royals try to build for next year, not quite enough for a playoff push Rockies: still somehow ruining everything NL East is turning into a Phillies/Mets slugfest down the stretch AL West is a dogfight — and the A's and Angels are ready to spoil some seasons Hat bets, hot takes, and a healthy dose of Blue Jays slander If you're looking for trade deadline overreactions, minor league gems, and playoff chaos predictions — you're in the right place. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I sat down with western author Casey Nash, who's written over 90 books in his Jubel Stone: U.S. Marshal series and somehow hasn't run out of stories yet. We talked about: How he accidentally became a novelist after hiding his first book from his wife Why his westerns feel like classic TV shows—short, punchy, and no filler What it takes to keep a character fresh through 90+ books The co-writing process with other authors, including a potential collab with Lane Morinzy Why he won't write zombie cowboy books, no matter what sells Drawing inspiration from real life—from pastoring to people watching in airport bars The power of writing clean, violent, emotionally honest westerns Whether you're a writer, a cowboy, or just a sucker for a good shoot-'em-up, this one's worth the ride.

The whole crew is back to break down a wild and weird week of baseball as the trade deadline looms. We're talking Luis Severino's showcase starts, Nick Kurtz's historic six-hit night, and whether the A's should sell or hold. The Tigers are clinging to the top of the AL Central while the Royals are gunning for a wildcard spot. We get into who's buying, who's selling, and who just plain sucks right now. Bryce Harper told Manfred to get lost, Ichiro threw shade in two languages, and we even threw in a little college football talk at the end for good measure. It's chaos season—let's ride. Timestamps: 0:00 – Cold open & Severino trade speculation 13:20 – Nick Kurtz's 6-hit, 4-HR game: best ever? 22:45 – A's trade deadline talk: who's on the block? 30:10 – Tigers & Royals update: AL Central drama 41:00 – Injury news: Clase, Boobich, Reese Olson 48:55 – Around the league: Yankees, Rays, Red Sox 1:01:30 – NL races: Brewers up, Cubs down, Braves limping 1:18:00 – Deadline predictions: who moves where? 1:28:20 – Rookie of the Year race: Kurtz vs. Wilson 1:36:45 – Bryce Harper vs. Rob Manfred 1:41:10 – College football preview & Wyoming slander 2:01:00 – Final thoughts & brawls, dogs, and the dog days Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

I sat down with Western author Lane Warenski, and we ended up covering damn near the entire history of the American West. Lane's the author of Caleb's Journey, a gritty, historically grounded frontier novel I've been working through lately—and it's a hell of a read. We talked mountain men, the Mormon migration, the beef industry, and why Louis L'Amour still shows up in bunkhouses across the West. We also got into Native-settler conflicts, the myth vs. reality of the Old West, and what makes a good Western story stick. If you're into history, cowboy culture, or just a solid frontier tale, this one's worth your time.

Which U.S. president would drop the best sex tape? Yeah… we asked that. In this episode of Death of Fun, I sit down with Aaron and Cam to tackle the hard-hitting questions no other show is dumb enough to touch. We spiral from Shane Gillis roasting athletes at the ESPYs, to Trump's unhinged Epstein defense, Biden's garage files, and the conspiracy rabbit holes that keep us up at night. Also on the docket: Palestine, socialist mayors, government grocery stores, and why eating rice with your hands might just be a red flag. It's the most deranged civics class you'll ever audit. Show Notes: AI theme songs and a rocky start (0:00) Shane Gillis goes scorched earth at the ESPYs (3:15) Rob's mysterious absence and Jewish space lasers (10:00) Marathoners, dad strength, and RFK's abs cult (13:00) Epstein files, blackmail theories, and Trump's meltdown (20:30) Truth Social brain fog: a dramatic reading (38:00) Voter fraud optics, FBI entrapment, and Biden's garage (1:05:00) Israel, Palestine, propaganda, and the politics of rice (1:30:00) “Jerk, Oggle, Laugh”: Presidential sex tape rankings (1:50:00) Wrapping up with tinfoil hats, socialist grocers, and future cult leaders (2:05:00) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The All-Star break is here and things are heating up—on the field and in the booth. With Jordan off doing hero shit in flood-ravaged Texas, Matt and Jake hold it down with a deep dive into the MLB midseason madness. They break down: The Tigers' surprise run and why Tarek Skubal might start the ASG The rise of Riley Greene and the defensive wizardry of Denzel Clark Why the A's are finally… kinda fun to watch? All-Star snubs (Soto, Adele, and maybe Devers?) The Home Run Derby lineup: Big Dumper, Buxton, Wood, O'Neil Cruz and more Trade deadline speculation (is Severino out? Do the Royals dump Lugo?) Why Kershaw still gets love even from Dodgers haters And yes… the torpedo bat might become a problem Also covered: dumb Home Run Derby rule changes, dream Derby matchups, and why the All-Star Game used to actually matter. This one's loaded with stats, sarcasm, and just enough chaos to make you question why you still love baseball. (But you do.) Watch the Derby with us next Monday—we'll be live casting the All-Star Game Tuesday. Stay tuned.

We're at the halfway mark of the MLB season, and the playoff picture is starting to take shape—or fall apart, depending on your team. On this episode of Burnin' Daylight Sports, we break down the hottest storylines, standout performers, and teams in freefall as we head into July.

I don't know if Trump fixed the Middle East… but it's been three whole days since anyone launched a holy war. That's gotta count for something. Join me (Matt McKinley), Aaron, Rob, and Tim as we recap one of the most chaotic weeks in recent geopolitical history with all the grace of a softball team that hasn't played in eight years. Israel's blowing up Iranian nuclear sites, Trump's mashing Diet Coke buttons, Rob's getting pegged by MTG in a hypothetical sex-for-peace deal, and somehow, we're still managing to laugh through the apocalypse. We break down:

Matt, Jake, and Jordan are back with a jam-packed week of baseball chaos—headlined by the Red Sox deciding to light their franchise on fire by shipping Rafael Devers to San Francisco for... reasons? We break it all down: Boston's Devers trade meltdown and what the hell they're doing Oakland's hot/cold streaks, Mason Miller trade rumors, and Vegas tax advantages AL Central: Tigers leading the charge, Royals scraping for hope, and the Twins hanging in Shohei's return to the mound and the Dodgers coasting Full league standings recap: who's buying, who's selling, and who's just vibing All-Star voting madness: Jacob Wilson over Bobby Witt Jr.? Rockies fans, avert your eyes (again) It's a full-on therapy session, roast-fest, and stats dump wrapped into one. (0:00) A's cursed hats, Sacramento Ls, and Matt's jinx (10:30) Tigers' injury bug, Devers trade reaction (28:15) Red Sox front office takes an L (39:50) Giants outlook post-trade, NL West shakeup (51:40) Rockies check-in & Mason Miller rumors (1:04:00) Trade deadline preview: buyers/sellers (1:22:00) All-Star ballot rundown: snubs & surprises (1:47:20) AL vs NL shortstop debate: Wilson vs Witt (2:10:00) Under-the-radar performances & predictions (2:24:15) Final thoughts & how brutal the A's schedule is #MLB #OaklandAs #RedSox #Giants #BaseballPodcast #AllStarVoting #TradeDeadline #ShoheiOhtani #RafaelDevers #JacobWilson #TigersBaseball #BurninDaylightSports #BaseballTalk

Baseball may be in its dog days, but there's nothing lazy about this episode. I sat down with the crew to break down the latest from around the MLB — from injury bugs and trade deadline buzz to wild division races and why Denzel Clarke is basically Spider-Man in cleats. We get into: Clarke's circus catches and growing case for AL Rookie of the Year Jacob Wilson's insane contact rate and why he's quietly elite Why the A's pitching still makes us want to drink AL and NL division battles heating up (shoutout to the Tigers and Cubs) Who's buying and who's pretending at the trade deadline The steroid era: fun as hell or black mark on the game? MLB's shift back toward old-school ball – bunting, contact hitting, and all Father's Day catch on the field with the kids

It's just me and Aaron tonight, and we're coming in hot with a full-blown firestorm of dark humor, uncomfortable truths, and wildly irresponsible takes. If you came here for nuance... well, buckle up anyway. We talk: Gaza, Israel, and the fine art of bombing civilians Trump as the 1996 Rockies: all offense, no defense, zero improvement Why the A's and Rockies are slowly killing our baseball joy Jack Wilson's kid and his beautiful, bat-to-ball OCD madness Snake bounty scams in colonial India (seriously) The British Empire's ongoing legacy of chaos Germany rearming—because what could possibly go wrong Why the Dems think Eric Swalwell can win back the bros Pride Month pullbacks, press secretary takedowns, and government gaslighting And of course: racism should be specific, genocide should be vague Plus: dark jokes, book titles, and geopolitical rants that'll either get us canceled or invited to testify before Congress. Timestamps: 00:00 – Welcome back, idiots 03:50 – Trump, baseball, and existential disappointment 11:40 – OCD in the batter's box: Jack Wilson Jr. 17:30 – Cobra farming and British colonial brilliance 25:00 – Gaza, genocide, and hot takes we probably shouldn't say 37:45 – Remilitarizing Germany for the third act 46:10 – Left-wing bros and the cringe rebrand 54:20 – Pride Month gets de-gayed 1:06:40 – Oakland sucks, Denver's broke, and everything's dumb 1:22:00 – Targeted racism, untargeted war crimes 1:30:00 – The book title writes itself: You Gaza Be Kiddin Me Listen now before the State Department does. #DeathOfFun #MiddleEastMadness #MLBSadness #YouGazaBeKiddinMe #BurninDaylight #DarkHumor #Geopolitics #PodcastBros Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We're breaking it down as the dog days of summer hit hard—bullpens are imploding, bats are cooling off, and the injury list reads like a casualty report. The A's are deep in a funk, the Tigers are cooking, and Aaron Judge is putting together one of the best right-handed seasons of all time. I talk Denzel Clark's Spider-Man catches, Cal Raleigh's overlooked monster year, and Pete Crow-Armstrong playing gold glove defense with West Virginia porch vibes. We get into standings, injuries, trade talk, and whether the A's could actually host a playoff game in Sacramento (spoiler: chaos). Also: Shohei still rakes, Skenes looks like a cyborg, and the Rockies somehow won two games. Hell's freezing. Timestamps & Topics: 00:00 – Pablo López gets ambushed by solo shots 06:40 – MLB.TV blackouts & watching random teams for fun 14:12 – Denzel Clark's rough debut at the plate vs elite defense 22:45 – Roster logjam: Soderstrom's versatility & Wilson's plate wizardry 34:30 – A's bullpen breakdowns and the Schneid from hell 41:18 – Tigers flex in the Central; Royals call up Jack Caglione 49:50 – AL/NL standings heat check & playoff longshots 57:10 – MVP chatter: Judge vs the field, Cal Raleigh's historic pace 1:12:30 – Pete Crow-Armstrong's elite defense and banjo energy 1:18:40 – Injury updates: Corbin Burnes, Imanaga, Alvarez, Evaldi, Trout & more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball's winding down, cattle are shipping soon, and I finally had a minute to sit down and unload. This week, we're covering everything from betting with AI to Trump's first 100 days (again), and why Hillary Clinton might've been executed at Gitmo...twice. It's a wild ride that includes: My totally professional thoughts on autism, veterinarians, and chatGPT as a gambling addict The A's playing in a triple-A park while pretending they're still an MLB team Why Trump's presidency is starting to look like the Yankees and the Dodgers had a baby... and it turned out libertarian Epstein conspiracies and Dan Bongino's grilled cheese face Kristi Noem confusing habeas corpus with deportation And of course, an absolutely unhinged read-through of some Q-pilled article that's either satire or prophecy—I still can't tell We hit baseball, politics, conspiracies, and just a pinch of ranch talk to keep it cowboy. Saddle up.

The Colorado Rockies are on pace for a historic meltdown—and honestly, it's the most fun we've had watching them in years. On this episode of Burnin' Daylight Sports, I'm joined by Eric Winkler and Jake Rehnquist to break down the Rockies' total collapse, the 21-0 disasterclass against the Padres, Bud Black's firing, and why 130 losses might be the only way forward. We also get into: Jacob Wilson vs. Tarik Skubal: Who racks up more? Javi Báez's comeback campaign The A's playoff chances & what Vegas means for the future MLB division races heating up Why the Tigers are for real Whether any AAA team could actually beat the Rockies And yes… how many kids I'd stiff-arm for a Trout home run If you like unfiltered takes, degenerate baseball talk, and laughing at bad franchises—you're in the right place. #130OrBust Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's a solo mission this week on Burnin' Daylight Sports as I (Matt McKinley) break down another wild week of baseball. We're talking everything from late-inning heartbreaks to offensive coordinators in baseball (yeah, you read that right). The A's drop a gut-punch to the Mariners, the Tigers keep rolling, and the Royals are heating up. Plus, I dive into: MLB scores & recaps (A's, Mariners, Dodgers, Yankees & more) Why the Rangers fired their “offensive coordinator” (what does that even mean?) AL & NL division standings + early playoff picture Key player updates: Judge, Trout, Wilson, Skeens, and others Betting thoughts & parlay heartbreaks Advanced stat leaders: HRs, RBIs, WAR & who's crushing it A preview of brutal upcoming schedules (A's, Rockies, Tigers, Royals) Merch updates + the “Baseball Is for Autists” shirt drop Plenty of hot takes, rants, and laughs along the way. If you're following the A's (or if you bet baseball like a degenerate), this one's for you.

On this episode of Burnin' Daylight Sports, me, Jake, and Eric go deep into the MLB season as we round the corner past the 30-game mark. We break down the wild division races, how the Rockies might be chasing a historic collapse, and why the A's are way more fun than they should be. We also recap the NFL Draft, talk walk-offs, superstitions, and drop our favorite walk-up songs. Plus, we launch our newest merch idea: “Baseball Is for Autists” — because this game is all about numbers, rituals, and vibes.

On this episode of Burnin' Daylight Sports, me, Jake, and Eric go deep into the MLB season as we round the corner past the 30-game mark. We break down the wild division races, how the Rockies might be chasing a historic collapse, and why the A's are way more fun than they should be. We also recap the NFL Draft, talk walk-offs, superstitions, and drop our favorite walk-up songs. Plus, we launch our newest merch idea: “Baseball Is for Autists” — because this game is all about numbers, rituals, and vibes.

Howdy there, Daylight Burners – it's Matt McKinley back in the saddle. This episode's been brewing in my mind for a while, and like most of my best ideas, it wanders a bit but (hopefully) ties together pretty damn nicely. We're diving deep into the meaning of "Uva Uvam Vivendo Varia Fit" — that strange little Latin phrase you know from Lonesome Dove — and how it ties into life, California, and the way we all change by the company we keep. From cowboys and feedlot Spanish, to the wild beauty (and sheer dysfunction) of California, to how rural and urban America are drifting further apart — I'm talking it all out, cowboy philosopher style. I also give a heads-up on some exciting things happening with the show: recording new episodes out of the historic HeyDay Inn in Smith Valley, Nevada, and a quick preview of some big interviews and events coming your way. Whether you're here for cowboy stories, fence post politics, baseball ramblings, or just some quality time burning daylight, you're in the right place. Highlights include: Breaking down Uva Uvam Vivendo Varia Fit and why bad Latin is part of the charm How living near California has changed my perspective (and why it's still worth saving) Thoughts on rural vs. urban America, and how history shaped that divide Why Burning Daylight is branching out into new in-person interviews Big news about the HeyDay Inn becoming a new partner of the show A little rant (or two) about expensive gas, Sacramento adventures, and the A's Sponsors: This episode is brought to you by the HeyDay Inn in Smith Valley, Nevada – proud to keep cowboy traditions (and a cold beer) alive. Call to Action: Make sure to subscribe to all the new feeds: → Burning Daylight Sports → Death of Fun → Fence Post Politics (coming soon!) Everything will still be posted here on the main Burning Daylight feed — but if you want more sports, comedy, or ag news in your life, go give those channels a follow too. Keep Up With Me: Instagram: @moveyerass Website: burning-daylight.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, I'm joined by ranch bronc rider, pickup man, and all-around cowboy TeJay Fenster. We dive deep into the roots and rise of ranch bronc riding—from its roughstock origins and "beer behind the chutes" days to its emergence as a full-blown professional sport. TeJay shares stories from the road, insight into different rulebooks and associations, and the nuances of bronc riding technique, culture, and horsemanship. We talk about how rodeo has changed over the years, the evolution of ranch rodeos, the role of professionalism in the arena, and why the Western States Ranch Rodeo Finals might just be the proving ground for the best bronc riders in the world.

This week on Death of Fun, we spiral from baseball to war crimes without spilling a drop. Matt, Aaron, Rob, and Tim dive into the most chaotic convo yet: Rockies' dumpster fire of a Fourth of July game, Lindsey Graham's alleged alter ego, MS-13 deportation drama, Gaza, Ukraine, nukes, smallpox blankets, Jewish butt plugs, and more. We're not saying it's smart — just that it's funny. Kind of. If you're easily offended, maybe don't hit play. If you're not... welcome to the death of fun. Listen now on Spotify

⚾ The Colorado Rockies just went 32+ innings without scoring a run, and somehow that's not the most embarrassing part of their week. We break down one of the worst starts in franchise history and why it's officially time to stop giving them energy.

Baseball is back, and so are we! This week, me, Eric, and Jake dive headfirst into the first ten games of the MLB season and break down why the NL West is looking absolutely stacked (except for the Rockies—sorry, not sorry). We cover everything from breakout rookies to minor league mascots with the best (and worst) logos in baseball. Tim Tawa's rise from Reno to the show gets some love, we clown on bad branding, and I officially declare my love for the Montgomery Biscuits. We also talk about the early surprises around the league—hello, Padres—and wonder if the Mariners can find their bats, if the Royals are quietly dangerous, and if Vlad Jr. really deserved that monster contract. Plus, we're setting up a 64-team bracket for the best minor league logos, so send us your picks. And yeah, fantasy baseball is firing up—hit me up to join the league. As always: like, subscribe, share, and follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube @burnindaylightsports. Move your ass—We're Burnin' Daylight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Baseball is back, and we're coming in hot. Matt McKinley, Jordan Winkler, and Jake Renquist break down everything you need to know to kick off the 2025 MLB season. We're talking early betting trends, rotation surprises, wild predictions, and why everyone's suddenly swinging torpedo bats. If you're wondering who's winning the AL Central, if Shohei will pitch, or if Bobby Witt Jr. is the real MVP — this episode's for you. In this episode: – Opening Week overreactions – Betting strategies for first five innings – AL/NL division winner picks – Torpedo bats explained (and mocked) – Paul Skenes hype check – Val Kilmer (RIP?) – Plus, Matt's kids run the Reno Aces lineup Subscribe for weekly episodes covering lines, laughs, and long shots — every Tuesday on Burnin' Daylight Sports.

March Madness is here, and if you're looking for expert analysis… well, you're in the wrong place. Join Matt McKinley, Eric Winkler, and Jake Rehnquist as we break down the tournament, roast our own betting skills, and make picks that are almost guaranteed to go wrong.

Welcome back to the "Death of Fun" podcast! In this episode, titled "Ethnic Rearranging," we dive headfirst into the chaos of current events, historical context, and our own brand of unfiltered humor. Join me, Matt McKinley, along with Aaron, as we dissect everything from geopolitical absurdities to the eternal quest for freedom of speech—all while keeping the laughs rolling.

Howdy there, Daylight Burners! In this episode of Burnin' Daylight, I'm joined by the always insightful Dan Given as we dive headfirst into the wild world of modern empire building. With Donald Trump back in the Oval Office and openly discussing imperial ambitions—from annexing Canada to buying Greenland and reclaiming the Panama Canal—we're not just speculating; we're strategizing. We pull no punches, discussing everything from the brutal realities of the Israel-Palestine conflict, the realpolitik of Ukraine and Russia, to the historical cycles of empire. This episode is the kickoff to a new series, Burnin' Daylight Conquers the World, where we'll play a real-life version of Risk, analyzing the geopolitical moves of the U.S. under a president with an imperialist streak. We also dig into the Monroe Doctrine 2.0, cleaning up the U.S. backyard before looking outward, and what it truly means to take the gloves off as an empire. Are we talking annexations, protectorates, or good old-fashioned territories? It's all on the table. Strap in, folks—this episode is just the beginning of a no-holds-barred look at the world's biggest power moves and what it all means for us regular folks trying to make a living in a world on fire. Show Notes: Introduction to the new series: Burnin' Daylight Conquers the World Revisiting the Monroe Doctrine and why America needs to clean its own house first Trump's imperialist ambitions: Canada, Greenland, and Panama Canal Realpolitik: Why America's empire is different—and not so different—from those of old The complexities of Israel-Palestine under Trump's new policies Is it time to bring back manufacturing and strengthen domestic production? How the HELOC proposal could shore up America's financial stability The hidden history of America and Russia: What if the British Empire has been playing us all along? A deep dive into why China's centrally planned economy might be on borrowed time Looking ahead: The real risks and rewards of American imperialism Thanks for tuning in, and as always, move your ass, we're burning daylight! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this deep dive into the history of the meatpacking industry, I sit down with Professor Dominic Pacyga, Chicago historian and author of Slaughterhouse: Chicago's Union Stock Yard and the World It Made. We explore the rise and fall of the stockyards, the labor struggles, immigrant communities, and how Chicago became the epicenter of the meat industry. We also talk about my own reading list for researching the history of the beef business—covering everything from Teddy Blue Abbott to Upton Sinclair, and why understanding the past is key to figuring out where the industry is headed today.

Spring is here, and that means one thing—BASEBALL IS BACK! ⚾

Spring is here, and that means one thing—BASEBALL IS BACK! ⚾

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Is the NFL scripted for a Chiefs three-peat? Or will the Eagles dominate the trenches and crush Kansas City's dynasty dreams? We're breaking down Super Bowl storylines, conspiracy theories, and why Mahomes might have actually had a bad season (by his standards).