Where sports, culture, and satire collide. Hosted by sports media academic Dr. Keith Strudler and sports broadcaster Geoff Brault, featuring forever intern Michael Wallace. You don't have to love sports to hate Sportish.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault debate whether NFL rookies should be buying expensive dinners for their veteran teammates. They try to understand the incomprehensible pricing of artwork from a child prodigy. And in the wake of a scandal that has shaken the professional fishing world, Keith and Geoff try to figure out if the fish in question are still safe to eat.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault (along with fact checker Anna Grazulis) praise the smart financial decision of Houston Texans rookie Jalen Pitre deciding to live at home. They discuss what may be the most invasive form of cheating in the history of chess (or any sport). And Keith presents his new billion dollar business concept of stores that only sell products for twins.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the dissatisfaction of ties in NFL games. Keith explains the sport of Rubik's Cubing to Geoff's bewilderment. And they propose that all massive college head coaching buyouts be paid at the 50 yard line with giant novelty checks.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault (joined by fill-in fact checker Jay Friedman) consider whether it's time for a 12 team college football playoff. They debate whether obnoxious US Open fans are actually obnoxious. And spurred by the fear of being stuck in a parking garage, Keith describes in detail the time he watched The Bangles play for the opening of a toll road in Houston.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault (featuring fact checker Anna Grazulis) discuss Stephen A. Smith's potential candidacy for US President. Keith and Geoff explain why they would be an outstanding team on The Amazing Race. And they consider the best (and worst) possible new names for the University of South Carolina mascot.
On this episode, the Sportish team considers explanations for why Tom Brady was absent from NFL preseason. They try to cast the future movie about Dennis Rodman's proposed diplomatic trip to Russia. And Keith does sporadic play-by-play of the two new cats that moved into his house.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault welcome new co-host Anna Grazulis to the show for her inaugural effort. They discuss whether it's a good idea to get married at a sporting event. And in true Sportish tradition, Keith Mad Libs Antonio Brown's biggest regret message.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the non-traditional wording of Serena Williams' retirement announcement. They try to understand why more of America's wealthiest are choosing to dine in two of Sportish's bottom four restaurants. And in light of the recent indecent exposure at the World Athletics U20 Championships, Keith explains certain standards for when and when not to share sporting essentials.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault explain why athletes often fail at acting and comedy yet don't realize it. They discuss whether Kyler Murray's contract will actually make him try to learn the team playbook. And Keith and Geoff try to figure out why no one seems to care about libraries.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the floodgates opened when Texas Tech decided to essentially salary their athletes through NIL. Geoff expresses dismay over the paltry prize purse for the Tour de France. And after a series of medical challenges over the past week, Keith explains why the ER is a tough place to workshop new material.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest host Jay Friedman consider what stadium would provide the best sponsorship platform for Sportish. Considering Keith's looming medical situation, they disagree on the best time to actually consult a medical professional. And in light of LeBron James sneaking snacks into a summer league basketball game, Keith and Jay list their top four choices of food to sneak into a sporting event.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault consider the expedited conference realignment of college sports. They imagine the few things in this world that Nathan's hot dog eating contest MC George Shea should not introduce. And on their rightful return to late night television broadcast, Keith and Geoff discuss a new reality show that deals with the challenge of a particular but fairly rare male human condition.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest co-host Jay Friedman discuss an insurance settlement that may forever change how couples view their automobiles. They break down what stands to be a bizarre NBA offseason. And in light of research suggesting male runners like Keith and Jay may be at cardiovascular risk, Keith proposes developing groundbreaking medical technology that would also stand to make the hosts rich beyond their wildest dreams.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault congratulate the greatest Klay Thompson impersonator in NBA history. They each rank their top four ice cream truck choices with unusual synergy. And as spring turns to summer, Keith explains the impossible burden of keeping his pool in working condition.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault consider ways to make the Scripps National Spelling Bee even more dramatic. They make the case for taking the money in the new LIV golf tour. And in breaking down the story that has rocked the Zoom Bar Mitzvah world, Keith and Geoff contemplate the future for the couple who accidentally broadcast their 45 minute lovemaking session during a Bar Mitzvah service.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the slap heard around Major League Baseball. They take sides on the proposed mascot change for UC Davis. And Keith and Geoff consider the herculean challenge of setting a new cheesesteak eating record in the Phillies visitors clubhouse.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the coaching war of words between Nick Saban and Jimbo Fisher. They consider other other places in life where soccer's relegation system might be useful. And Keith and Geoff wonder if there are any jobs that would be done better without clothes.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault express their displeasure about the Carolina Hurricanes trying to keep New York fans out of their arena. They try to figure out whether the government knows more about UFOs than we do. And in light of Keith's recent car trouble and intolerable wait for a tow, they devise a brilliant idea for a customer service hotline that insults customer to make them feel better.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the illicit sideline parties by parents of one NJ youth football team. Geoff tries to contain his distain for the amount of money thrown at Tom Brady for broadcasting. And Keith attempts to create a serviceable fart noise in recreating the scenario by which Brazilian soccer star Marcelo Guedes was dropped by the French soccer team Lyon for excessive flatulence and laughing.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault try to figure out where the unregulated Wild West of college sports will end up. They break down the upcoming hit movie Cocaine Bear. And as Keith and Geoff both share details of their current run-ins with the law, they try to figure out their best legal strategies based on their extensive knowledge of courtroom TV.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and backup host Jay Friedman discuss the hypocrisy of the NY Yankees after the revelation of their past sign stealing. They eulogize the Brooklyn Nets championship aspirations. And in light of a startling firing of an octopus throwing Zamboni driver in Detroit, Keith and Jay consider the undervalued ferocity of the eight-limbed mollusk.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss their favorite new sports league the USFL and its now famous pizza controversy. They consider how other parts of society could operate like the Fan Controlled Football League. And while breaking down the critiques of Winning Time by former Lakers, Keith presents a rare self-aware casting choice for the inevitable serialized drama about Sportish.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest host Jay Friedman discuss the hardship of coaches getting fired via Twitter. They consider the impact of banning Russian athletes from the Boston Marathon. And to prepare for the upcoming holiday, Keith and Jay offer advice on how to make your favorite non-Kosher late night sandwich Passover friendly.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss Tiger Woods returning to the Master's. They consider whether the USFL will survive its first season. And Keith and Geoff reveal yet another of their billion dollar concepts, randomly placing athletes of one sport a completely different (and often dangerous, comical, or both) other sport.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault give their thoughts on how the transfer portal has changed college basketball. They discuss the idea of using public dollars to finance a new football stadium in Buffalo. And in response to the slap heard around the world, Keith and Geoff each give their top four things they wish Will Smith would have yelled from his seat.
On this episode, Keith and Geoff discuss the proficiency of the officiating in the NCAA Tournament. The consider a structured paid time off policy for NBA players. And Keith and Geoff debate whether one should eat dinner in a restaurant or their hotel room when traveling alone.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the oddity of Tom Brady's unretirement. They try to figure out the Yale basketball t-shirt disaster. And apropos of nothing, Keith and Geoff wonder whether the Pope resides in opulent living quarters.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest co-host Jay Friedman discuss the hypocrisy of the NFL and gambling. They wonder if Russell Westbrook might be a bit oversensitive when it comes to his name. And with his recent travels, Keith explains to Jay the potentially life altering decision he made when boarding the Air Train to his terminal.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss why being outraged about the baseball lockout is ridiculous. They question the WNBA's decision to keep players off private jets. And Keith and Geoff address the insanity of Chipotle denying delicious quesadillas from walk-in customers.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest co-host/esoteric sports expert Jim Cotter consider how old one of the NBA's top 75 players of all time would have to be for a normal human to beat him one-on-one. They try to figure out how Finnish Olympic skier Remi Lindholm ended up with a frozen penis for a second time. And in response to Aaron Rodgers' emo Instagram post, Keith and Jim wonder if anyone can be taken seriously after a five stage cleanse.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss what could be the worst Super Bowl party ever. Keith goes on an extended rant about how the KFC app ruined his Friday evening. And in Sportish tradition, Keith and Geoff pull no punches in ranking the four worst sit-down chain restaurants.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the malaise around the Beijing Winter Olympics. They try to figure out why NYC Mayor Eric Adams pretended to be a vegan. And Keith and Geoff offer their perspectives on two non-conventional Valentine's Day gifts.
On this Episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the implications of Brian Flores' lawsuit against the NFL. They argue about whether reporters should have stolen Tom Brady's retirement thunder. And while trying to guess who discovered that the Earth is round, Geoff's earphones stopped working repeatedly, forcing Keith to offer monologues on things he knows almost nothing about.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the power struggle to be alpha of the Japanese macaque and its dire consequence for the future of the planet. They try to understand why anyone would care deeply about who gets into the Baseball Hall of Fame. And in light of player disputes at the Australian Open, Keith and Geoff make sure that everyone is aware of the Tournament's highly publicized toilet rules.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss Novak Djokovic's exit from the Australian Open. They express their own divergent opinions about the American institution Wheel of Fortune. And Keith and Geoff are shocked to discover that you can actually go to the Outback in the Outback.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss what should have been the best tie in NFL history. They debate whether it's okay for a state legislator to pants the referee of a high school basketball game. And Keith introduces the audience to his master's running team named after a particular toy line of magical, rainbow inspired ponies.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault try to make sense of the disorderly conduct of some junior national hockey teams on an airplane. They discuss the imbalance that is the College Football Playoffs. And by poking at their legislators, they hope to end the scourge that is price fixe New Year's Eve menu.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault try to make sense of Covid rules for sports leagues. They discuss the musical chairs of college bowl games. And Keith provides a heartfelt thanks to his home state of Texas, which may or may not have gotten him sick.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest host Jay Friedman discuss the NHL's Covid pause. They remind everyone that NFL executives are simply part of a long history of people who don't care if they cut ahead of you in line. And before exchanging holiday gifts, Keith funnels his inner Macho Man Randy Savage to help Jay understand what Quidditch should do about its name.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault take full credit for NYCFC's recent MLS Cup. They argue about whether Formula One or professional cycling is more dangerous. And Keith and Geoff ask why more big time football schools don't try to sabotage other teams from the inside by infiltrating their academic faculty.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest host Jay Friedman consider alternative theories of why the US diplomats are boycotting the 2022 Winter Olympics. They warn everyone of the imminent dangers of getting too into anime. And in response to the shocking decision by American networks not to air an Olympic curling qualification event in the Netherlands because of the event's on-ice sponsorship from a sex toy shop, Keith and Jay do a thorough evaluation of the inventory of the store's website.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault try to make sense of the exorbitant contracts and perks offered to top college football coaching hires. Keith expresses his disappointment at being kicked out of his seat by the pep band at the Cornell/BU hockey game. And as required by law, Keith and Geoff turn Brian Kelly's "I'm Leaving" text to his players into a Mad Lib.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault consider how to handle the Texas youth football team that's banned from the playoffs for being too good. Keith expresses his general distain for Air B&Bs, including those branded by Oregon athletes. And Geoff identifies Keith's plan to leverage NIL opportunities as an illegal business practice.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault try to explain the new Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. They discuss the story of the Pittsburg St. long-snapper who fixed his team's bus on ride home after a game. And after 45 minutes of misses, Keith gets angry at Geoff for not better setting him up for his patented scorching hot takes.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and guest co-host Jay Friedman explain why Aaron Rodgers' antics are no real surprise. They offer ideas for a new fifth sport for the Olympic Modern Pentathlon now that equestrian is out. And Keith and Jay consider what it would look like if you combined The Bachelor and the NYC Marathon into one reality show.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss whether pedestrians should be allowed to interfere in sports besides cycling. They ask people to please stop complaining about baseball. And Keith and Geoff celebrate the sponsorship of someone in the Sportish family by a non-alcoholic beer company.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault give due praise to Houston's Mattress Mack for hedging his bets on the World Series and selling discount furniture (buy it today, sleep on it tonight). They debate which sport has the weirdest athletic subculture. And Keith and Geoff consider the deal the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offered to the fan that came into possession of Tom Brady's 600th touchdown pass football.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss the ill fate of two college head football coaches. They try to imagine what it's like to deal with the very serious issue of procreating "cocaine hippos." And Keith takes Geoff behind the paywall of the Chipwich sales business.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault discuss Jon Gruden's exit from the NFL. They consider what evening activities they might be up for after participating in a heavyweight boxing match. And using The Art of War as his guide, Geoff reveals his deep knowledge of the Olive Garden's "Tour of Italy" special.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault talk about Urban Meyer's big night out on the town. They consider the excitement of one-and-done playoff baseball. And Keith tries to explain how he won an argument long ago that cost him the chance to attend his first ever SEC football game.
On this episode, Dr. Keith Strudler and Geoff Brault try to make sense of the NFT world. They consider whether it's a bad idea to drink a beer while riding on the top of a bus after a football game. And Keith tries to explain to Geoff why you should never buy anything less than the largest amount of toilet paper available.
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