Sport Scouts

Joey and Michael record remotely for the final episode of Sport Scouts....for now. The two talk about the development of the COVID-19 shutdown, how the sports world is spending this time, and the possible scenarios for a return (Recorded Wednesday, April 16). Make sure to record "Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any "Scout Scores” to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show - or anyone who is interested in having ad reads to contact us!

Joey and Michael finally get back in the studio to discuss John Beilein's departure from the Cleveland Cavaliers, Spike Lee's feud with the New York Knicks franchise he loves dearly, and the absence of Cubs Spring Training on half of Chicago's TVs due to the delay of Marquee Sports Network's Xfinity/Comcast launch. The duo also sit down with play-by-play Voice of the Scouts Connor Clark to recap the achievements of LFHS athletes during the winter season. In "They Don't Scout Like This," the two react to the increasing effect of the coronavirus pandemic on sports, most especially the approaching NCAA Basketball Tournaments (Recorded on Wednesday, March 11 – prior to Mark Emmert's announcement banning fans from attending March Madness). Make sure to record "Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any "Scout Scores” to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show - or anyone who is interested in having ad reads to contact us! MUSIC: "Roundball Rock" (NBA on NBC Theme) – John Tesh, "There's No Place Like Nebraska" – Nebraska Cornhusker Marching Band

Joey and Michael talk the latest in Big Ten Basketball and include some thoughts on the Michigan State Football coaching search, have a quick emergency segment to put a late close on the 2019-20 NFL season, and discuss the latest in the NBA for All Star Weekend in Chicago. The two also sit down with The Forest Scout staff writer Stephen Bradley to break down how the first weekend of the new XFL went (Recorded Wednesday, Feb 12). Make sure to record "Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any "Scout Scores” to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show - or anyone who is interested in having ad reads to contact us! MUSIC: "For The Love of Football (XFL Theme Song)", "Burn 'Em Up (Seattle Dragons Theme Song)"

After updates on the latest excitements from LFHS Sports, Joey and Michael discuss the departure of Mark Dantonio from Michigan State Football, the Boston Red Sox/Los Angeles Dodger trade involving Mookie Betts and David Price, as well as the Cincinnati Reds and increased parity in the MLB. In "They Don't Scout Like This," the two analyze this weekend's long-awaited return of the XFL, and the show doesn't end without a familiar face (and hair color) storming into the studio for a surprise appearance...(Recorded Wednesday, Feb 5). Make sure to record "Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any "Scout Scores” to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show - or anyone who is interested in having ad reads to contact us! MUSIC: "The Vision for the XFL in 2020' - XFL

In light of the unfortunate news that has rocked this week, Joey and Michael scrap their usual opening segments to pay tribute to Kobe and Gianna Bryant, as well as all involved in Sunday's helicopter crash. After closing the conversation with a 24.2-second moment of silence, the duo is joined by Wilson Irvin and Luke Davis, co-hosts of The Forest Scout's The Dish and The Halftime Podcast, to preview Super Bowl LIV (Recorded on Wednesday, Jan 29). Make sure to record "Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any "Scout Scores” to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show - or anyone who is interested in having ad reads to contact us! MUSIC: "See You Again" (Live at the Staples Center 1/31/20) - Wiz Khalifa & Charlie Puth, "NFL on FOX Theme"

After updating on the latest in LFHS Sports (as well as some big Lake Forest-related headlines), Joey and Michael reflect on the near-complete season of postseason football. They also discuss the uneasiness of the 2020 Cubs Convention, Derek Jeter's easy HOF Bid, and the controversial Kansas/Kansas State fight. In the signature "They Don't Scout Like This" segment, the two ponder the evolution of football rules and all-star game intrigues with the news that new NFL rules will be tested at this weekend's Pro Bowl (Recorded Wednesday, Jan 22). Make sure to record "Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any "Scout Scores” to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show - or anyone who is interested in having ad reads to contact us!

After giving updates on LFHS Sports, Joey and Michael discuss College Football's Conference Championship Saturday and Sunday's final CFP rankings alongside an Army/Navy preview, as well as talk NFL Playoff Picture. They then discuss other headlines in the sports world, including the Patriots filming the Bengals and Gerrit Cole's enormous signing with the New York Yankees. The duo close out the podcast with a reaction to the new more-heavily-branded MLB Jerseys, and look forward to reacting to a lot of exciting results when the show returns after break (Recorded Wednesday, Dec 11). The phonelines are open for the new season! Make sure to record "Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any "Scout Scores” to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show - or anyone who is interested in having ad reads to contact us! THEME: “Flex” – Jeremy Blake; Royalty Free YouTube Audio Library, https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music

After a long summer and fall, the premier national sports talk podcast of The Forest Scout is making a return for Season Two! To get back into the rhythm of things, hosts Joey Goodsir and Michael Raupp update us on their latest reflections on the postseason pictures in College and NFL Football. The two are also (finally) joined by one TFS Sports Editor and Scouts Football/Basketball color announcer in Andrew Joseph Shaw to get caught up on the exciting amount of big news in LFHS Sports (Recorded Wednesday, December 4). The phonelines are open for the new season! Make sure to record 'Your Scouting” listener questions in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330. As always, send any 'Scout Scores”to sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. We also encourage local music artists to send your stuff to our email to be promoted on the show. MUSIC: "Without Me" - Eminem, "LFHS Fight Song" - LFHS Marching Band and Chorus THEME: "Flex" - Jeremy Blake; Royalty Free YouTube Audio Library, https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music

Although AJ Shaw did not make his expected appearance, Joey Goodsir and Michael Raupp are still joined by Connor Clark, the voice of LFHS Football/Basketball and longtime special guest, to preview the NBA Finals, discuss a potential NFL Lockout, talk Stanley Cup Final, Cubs Baseball, NBA Offseason, French Open, Tiger at the Memorial, College Baseball, Stephen A. Smith and much much more. Besides taking your final calls of the year on the Blackhawks going into the summer, Matt Dietrich, and tennis matches featuring a longtime-caller-first-time-listener (who may or may not attempt to storm into the studio again), the trio say goodbye to an awesome year of Sport Scouts! (Recorded May 30, 2019). The Sport Scouts crew would like to thank everyone for listening to the podcast over these 17 episodes! It has been quite a blast to produce and we appreciate all the support - it really makes the show what it is (Thanks to - and you know who you are - Mr. Juliano, Mr. Holmer, Mr. Leyden, Carson, Peters, CBoy, Shaw, Mark, our editorial leaders, and all the others for being a big part of that). If you would like to contact us please leave a message in our voicemail box at (224) 544-9330 or email us at sportscoutspodcast@gmail.com. MUSIC: "Jeopardy!" - Merv Griffin, "WIN" - Jay Rock

Joey and Michael discuss the recent action as the Golden State Warriors, Milwaukee Bucks, and Toronto Raptors close in on the NBA Finals, react to Brooks Koepka's PGA Championship win (and Tiger Woods' missed cut), and bring attention to major rules developments in the major sports leagues. They also give their takes Michigan Basketball's hiring (and homecoming) of former player and Fab Five member Juwan Howard as head coach. Besides taking your calls on the results of the Preakness Stakes and Scouts Baseball, Goodsir sits down with Sport Scouts hockey regular guest Mark Smirnov to preview the Boston Bruins and St. Louis Blues' matchup in the Stanley Cup Final (Recorded Thursday, May 23). MUSIC: "Dirty Water" - The Standells (Boston Bruins Win Song), "Gloria" - Laura Branigan (St. Louis Blues Win Song)

Joey and Michael react to the well-hyped and exciting results of the NBA Draft Lottery, the New York Knicks and Jets, discuss the recent hockey and basketball postseason happenings, and prepare for the 2019 PGA Championship. Besides taking your calls on the future of LFHS prospect and Notre Dame commit Rylie Mills, Raupp reacts and Goodsir mourns to the shocking news of Michigan Head Coach John Beilein's departure to the Cleveland Cavaliers (Recorded Thursday, May 16). *Special intro at Prom 2019*

Joey and Michael reflect on the unexpected proceedings at the 2019 Kentucky Derby that brought up crucial conversation about the impact of replay review in sports. The two also talk about the recent excitement from Wrigley Field while Michael tries not to lose his voice, in addition to NBA/NHL playoff coverage and your interesting calls, in a fun back-to-basics episode (Recorded Thursday, May 9).

Joey and Michael react to the NFL Draft and the Cubs in addition to covering the latest NBA and NHL postseason action. The two also talk about computerized strike zones. Besides Joey’s early-in-the-week Kentucky Derby pick, the most exciting part of this week’s episode takes place when he sits down with callers Ryan Peters and Carson Ward (as hinted during last week’s break-in), for an all-sports “Let’s Sit Down” segment packed with the duo’s famous hot takes (Recorded Thursday, May 2). MUSIC: "Brass Bonanza” – Hartford Whalers Victory March (Jack Say), ESPN First Take Intro Song (2016) - Wale

Joey and Michael talk about Steve Yzerman returning home to the Detroit Red Wings as General Manager, the NBA Playoffs, Cubs Baseball, Bears rumors, and more Stanley Cup coverage. The two sit down with Bear Down Weekly co-host Jay DeCoster to preview the NFL Draft, while a pair of “long time callers, first time listeners” storm in on the segment to deliver their original hot takes in person (Recorded Wednesday, April 24). MUSIC: "Heavy Action" (ESPN Monday Night Football Theme) - Johnny Pearson, "Sweet Victory" (From Spongebob SquarePants) - David Glen Eisley, Bob Kulick, Eric Singer

Joey and Michael talk about Tiger Woods winning the 2019 Masters Championship, the Tampa Bay Lightning, Tiger Woods, Russell Wilson, Tiger Woods, Anthony Davis, and Tiger Woods (in case you didn't notice, we were really interested in talking about an absolutely gigantic story this week). The two break down the NFL Schedules in addition to taking your calls as always on topics such as Carlos Zambrano's return to Chicago (or at least Rosemont), and Dwayne Haskins. They are also joined by guest Mark Smirnov to talk Stanley Cup Playoffs (Recorded Thursday, April 18). "Tiger Woods' Legend Keeps Growing After His 5th Masters Win" narrated by Wright Thompson (ESPN). MUSIC: "NHL On NBC Theme", "Brass Bonanza" - Hartford Whalers Victory March (Jack Say)

Joey and Michael talk the latest in hockey and basketball, and sit down with TFS Masters Preview-writer John Torosian to discuss what to expect from Augusta National this weekend in addition to taking your calls about Joey's Michigan fandom, the Chicago Cubs (and Chicago Dogs), and the Tampa Bay Rays (Recorded Thursday, April 11). MUSIC: "Augusta" - Dave Loggins (The Masters Theme), "Thrill of Victory" - ES Posthumus (CBS Masters Theme)

Joey and Michael return from Spring Break to a traditional, casual, guest-less episode. The two get caught up on all the latest March Madness action, discuss the changing presences of Bryce Harper and LeBron James, Rob Gronkowski’s retirement, and also worry about the Cubs’ rocky start (Recorded Thursday, April 4).

Before NCAA Tournament brackets lock at 11:15 on Thursday, Joey and Michael close out a special week of podcasts. First, Joey fills out brackets with longtime Sport Scouts troll callers Carson Ward and Ryan Peters. Then finally, Joey and Michael fill out brackets of their own (Recorded Wednesday, March 20). Make sure to join the “TFS Bracket Challenge” group on ESPN Tournament Challenge to compete with your favorite The Forest Scout writers and fellow readers/listeners, NOW FOR A $25 GIFT CARD! Password: LFHS_Scouts Music: March Madness College Basketball Theme (CBS), One Shining Moment (Luther Vandross)

Joey and Michael fill out brackets with "Schoology Guy", EdTech teacher, NHS Sponsor, and TEDxLFHS/Talent Show Director Mr. Corey Holmer, as well as students Will Davis (TFS writer/editor and The Dish co-host), Brennan Marzella (LFHS Volleyball/Chorus), Bill Avery (TFS writer and Spicy Takes co-host), Sam Rogers (LFMUN, LF Golf), and Mark Smirnov (LFHS Band, Previous Sport Scouts Guest) in the second day of preparation for the 2019 NCAA Tournament (Recorded Tuesday, March 19). Make sure to join the “TFS Bracket Challenge” group on ESPN Tournament Challenge to compete with your favorite The Forest Scout writers and fellow readers/listeners, NOW FOR A $25 GIFT CARD! Password: LFHS_Scouts

Joey and Michael begin a casual and fun week of Sport Scouts by sitting down with TFS College Basketball Writer and LFHS Football/Basketball play-by-play announcer Connor Clark to fill out his NCAA Tournament bracket. Goodsir also sits down with TFS sportswriter, Bear Down Weekly Podcast Co-Host, and LFHS Football/Basketball color announcer AJ Shaw to fill out a bracket of his own, as well as recap the conference tournament weekend and Selection Sunday decisions (Recorded Monday, March 18). Make sure to join the “TFS Bracket Challenge” group on ESPN Tournament Challenge to compete with your favorite The Forest Scout writers and fellow readers/listeners, NOW FOR A $25 GIFT CARD! Password: LFHS_Scouts March Madness College Basketball Theme Courtesy CBS

Joey and Michael discuss the latest in national sports this week, including NFL Free Agency signings, Russell Westbrook, as well as the College Admissions Scandal. In addition to taking your calls about the Chicago Dogs and more, the duo sit down with LFHS Football/Basketball play by play announcer and College Basketball preview writer Connor Clark to preview the College Basketball Conference Tournaments, in preparation for Selection Sunday approaching. As always, LFHS sports updates are included, including reaction to the ELS Game (Recorded March 14, 2019, Interview Recorded March 12). College Basketball Theme Courtesy CBS

Joey and Michael discuss the latest in national sports this week, including NBA and NHL Playoff Pushes, Bryce Harper and Mike Trout, as well as Kyler Murray. In addition to taking your calls about MLB Batflips and the 1919 Black Sox Scandal, the duo take a closer look at the Alliance of American Football and other alternate football leagues, all in a relaxing first-time-with-no-guests episode - the first to have a video version. Per usual, Joey and Michael report on LFHS scores as well (Recorded on Thursday, March 7)

Joey and Michael report LFHS sports updates, and discuss and debate the latest in national sports, including Zion Williamson, Robert Kraft, and the NHL Trade Deadline. In addition to taking your calls on Jim Harbaugh, March Madness, and more, the two sit down with TFS sportswriter and LFHS Basketball Color commentator AJ Shaw to deliver their overreactions toward MLB Spring Training as well as some extra analysis. Royalty-Free Music: Jeremy Blake. “Flex.” YouTube Audio Library, https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music.

Joey and Michael discuss and debate the latest in sports news, including Antonio Brown’s future trade away from the Steelers, the NBA All-Star Weekend, Manny Machado’s historic new deal, MLB Pitch Clocks, and much more. In addition to taking your listener calls, the duo sits down with special guest, trumpet player, and good friend Mark Smirnov to give NHL hockey its deserved coverage. Royalty-Free Music: Jeremy Blake. “Flex.” YouTube Audio Library, https://www.youtube.com/audiolibrary/music.