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Discover some of the strangest, obscure or downright silly rules in sports that have you asking “is that a dumb rule?” Listen in on the conversations between two sports enthusiasts wanting to answer this question. Some rules you already know, others are t

Greg Selner and Ben Seifert


    • Apr 5, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    Special Edition 50: Top-110 Basketball NBA trivia questions - Part 1

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 51:12


    Check out this special edition as Greg throws a plethora of NBA trivia questions at Ben to test his knowledge!

    Special Edition 49: The History of Terms in Soccer

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 15, 2024 37:48


    Soccer is one of the oldest sports in the world - and as such, has a long and rich history of terms to go along with it. Tune in to discover the meaning behind these terms and anything else you may hear on the soccer pitch!

    Special Edition 48: The History of Terms in Baseball

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 13, 2024 26:00


    Baseball is rich with terms and sayings. Some of them make a lot of sense, while others leave you scratching your head! Find out the history behind these popular baseball terms, some of which go way back to the beginning!

    Special Edition 47: MLB Team Nicknames

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 11, 2024 70:07


    Where do they come up with these baseball nicknames? Some are, well, really good while others .. could be better? Tune in to find out the history of each nickname all 30 MLB teams!

    Special Edition 46: MLB Playoff Format Discussion

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2024 19:42


    What determines the playoff format in Major League Baseball? What is the best way to balance the lengthy regular season success with a hot streak at the end? Tune in to get Greg's take on this flawed system and what we can do to fix it!

    Special Edition 45: Best Nicknames in Sports History

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 25, 2023 83:56


    We all love nicknames -especially in sports. Some players are only known for their nickname! Tune in to hear the top 100 nicknames in sports and the history behind each one.

    Special Edition 44: 23 Most Misunderstood rules in High School basketball

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 18, 2023 21:05


    Some people may think basketball rules are the same at any level .. think again! Tune in for these unique and misunderstood rules of High School basketball.

    Special Edition 43: Hockey's Most Unbreakable Records

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2023 16:54


    The sport of Hockey is rich in tradition and well, records. Focusing on the NHL, tune in to learn about these records that will probably never be broken!

    Special Edition 42: Basketball's Top-50 Players of All Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 4, 2023 57:57


    How do you pick the top 50 players of all time in a sport? With the way the game changes over time, it isn't easy! Tune in and find out who Ben thinks are the top 50 players of all time, and if you agree or not!

    REPUBLISHED - Episode 73: The Roughing the Passer Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 1, 2023 11:53


    What exactly constitutes roughing the passer? Why is calling this penalty such a hard call to get right? Tune in and see if you agree... or not!

    Moment's Series - Episode 03 - 1992 NCAA Elite Eight: Duke vs. Kentucky

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 28, 2023 58:22


    Touted as possibly the greatest NCAA Men's Basketball game of all time, the 1992 Duke vs. Kentucky game is one for the memory books. Tune in and take a trip down memory lane as Greg and Ben recap this epic match-up!

    REPUBLISHED - Episode 70: Hockey - The Helmet Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 27, 2023 10:29


    What happens if you lose your helmet? Find out what this new rule is all about and if you think this is something that should stay or go!

    Special Edition 41: Ben's Take on the upcoming NBA Season

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 26, 2023 83:39


    The 2023-2024 NBA season is upon us! Tune in to hear Ben's predictions and what he thinks of the new rookie class as well as which teams are on the incline and which are on the decline.

    REPUBLISHED - Episode 65: Football - The Kenny Pickett Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 25, 2023 8:27


    What exactly are the rules around when a QB slides? What if you don't slide? Find out what this rule is all about.

    Commissioner for a Day Series - Episode 04 - NBA

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 21, 2023 62:17


    Ben puts on his commissioner hat and brings serious game! Find out what changes Commission Siefert makes to the NBA. Are these changes making the game better, worse or just the same. Tune in and find out!

    REPUBLISHED - Episode 63: Football - The Muffed Punt Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 20, 2023 7:11


    What happens when a player muffs a punt? Is it always a free-for-all to recover the ball? Find out what the rules are for this always-exciting play!

    Episode 98: Basketball - The Radical Proposed Rule Change Regarding Free-Throws

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2023 14:37


    Ahh - the mighty free throw. What else can be said? I mean, what else can bring any momentum a team may have to a screeching halt in the blink of an eye? Tune in to get Ben's take on this radical, albeit great idea regarding the free throw.

    REPUBLISHED - Episode 56: Football - The Kicking Twice Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 18, 2023 5:53


    Did you know you can kick the ball twice in a single play? Believe it or not, it is not only a rule, but has happened fairly recently in the NFL! Tune in to check out this bizarre rule and when it's legal.

    Episode 97: Basketball - The Proposed Overtime Rule Change

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2023 11:16


    While overtime is almost guaranteed to be exciting, does it have a negative impact on the game? Tune in and see if you agree with this proposed rule change.

    Special Edition 40: Basketball's New 2023 CBA Agreement

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2023 28:12


    The NBA and players association reached an agreement earlier this year .. and boy are there are lot of changes! Tune in to see if you agree with them and if they make the game better or worse.

    REPUBLISHED - Episode 53: Football - The Palpably Unfair Act Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 13, 2023 8:56


    Find out what this rule is all about, and that it happens way more than you think!

    Episode 96: Basketball - The Challenge Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2023 10:46


    Are plays frequently challenged in the NBA? Not as much as the NFL, but it still happens. Tune in to find out what rule exists today and if you think it should be expanded.

    REPUBLISHED - Episode 51: Football - The Ground Causes an Incompletion Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2023 11:10


    If the ground can't cause a fumble, then why, praytell, can the ground cause an incompletion? The NFL needs to get this right - sooner or later.

    Episode 95: Soccer - The Stoppage Time Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2023 15:48


    What's the deal with soccer and stoppage time? I mean, can we just have a regular clock like every other timed sport?? Please, stop the madness!

    Special Edition 39: Greatest Nicknames in Football History

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2023 55:35


    Nicknames. They are part of sports and some are just perfect. What makes a nickname stick? Does a player have to be great to earn a nickname? Tune in and decide which of these 101 nicknames in Football you like the best.

    Episode 48: Football - Defensive Offsides

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2023 8:02


    Did you know there are 3 different ways to be offsides in football? Find out what these are and the differences between each one.

    Episode 45: Football - The Tuck Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 4, 2023 6:29


    Oh the Tuck Rule, may you live on forever. Find out the history of this fairly modern rule and if it still exists today.

    Episode 94: Football - The Roughing the Kicker Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2023 13:37


    Roughing the kicker is one of the most game-changing penalties you will see in a game. But - there is more to this rule than meets the eye! Tune in and find out more.

    Special Edition 38: Longest Current Big 4 Championship Droughts

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2023 25:25


    Some cities are spoiled. The win a championship year after year. And yet other cities, well, they seem to never get over the hump. What does it take to win a championship in one of the four (4) major men's sports, apparently a lot. Tune in to hear the list of cities that always win and on the other side, some cities that never win. Oh why can't I be a Boston fan?

    Episode 44: Football - One Knee Equals Two Feet

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 8:28


    What happens if you catch the ball and instead of getting two feet in, you get one knee in? Find out about this very specific rule and when this phrase started.

    Episode 43: Hockey - The Loser Point Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 27, 2023 7:05


    Awarding a team a point for losing? Seriously? Find out why this is the case in the NHL and if it helps or hurts teams.

    Episode 93: Football - The Assisting the Runner Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 26, 2023 8:23


    Should a team be allowed to push the player that has the ball to gain more yards? I mean, is this rugby or football? Tune in and see if you agree or not!

    Moment's Series - Episode 02 - 1986 Playoffs Bulls vs Celtics Game 2

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 23, 2023 36:48


    When you think of Michael Jordan, you think the greatest player of all time and his six (6) NBA championships. However, he didn't start out winning. In fact, he had to take his lumps just like everyone else. Tune in to hear how this one game really put Michael on the map to stardom.

    Episode 34: Football - The Defer Coin Flip Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 22, 2023 9:09


    Why do teams defer after winning the coin flip? Does this really give them an advantage? Find out more about this fairly new rule and the impact it has had on games.

    Episode 2: Football - The Fair Catch Kick Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 20, 2023 8:02


    In football, did you know a team could choose to kick an uncontested field goal? That's right - uncontested. No rush, no jumping and even no snap.

    Episode 92 - Should Hits on QB be Reviewable

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 19, 2023 10:22


    We all know the NFL's cash cow are its quarterbacks. Should they be protected even more than they already are? Tune in and see if you agree or not.

    Commissioner for a Day Series - Episode 03 - NFL

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 16, 2023 19:19


    Join us in our next episode of the "Commissioner for a Day" series as we cover the NFL. See what changes Greg suggests for the NFL and if you agree with them or not.

    Episode 28: Football - The Drop Kick Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 15, 2023 7:02


    Did you know the drop kick is still a thing? Well, at least in the rule book. Find out about the long lost art of this very awesome kick and if it will ever make a majestic comeback!

    Episode 20: Football - Kick After Safety Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 13, 2023 5:51


    Why does a team always punt after a safety is scored? Do they have to, or can they do something else? Find out why this rule exists, and if it should be changed!

    Episode 91: Football - The Onside Kick Replacement Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 12, 2023 10:37


    While the onside kick can be exciting and turn a game around in a hurry, it's has a very low success rate. Find out what an alternative is and if you think the NFL should adopt it!

    Special Edition 37: Top Sports Movies of All Time

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 9, 2023 45:28


    Sports Movies - they are truly some of the best ever. Tune in and hear Ben and Greg discuss which ones are the best and if you agree or not!

    Episode 16: Football - Snap Through the Quarterback's Legs Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 7:19


    What happens when the ball is snapped between the quarterback's legs? Not so fast - it may not be what you think! Find out what really happens and if you think it's a dumb rule or not.

    Episode 11: Football - The Eligible Receiver Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 6, 2023 7:18


    In the NFL, did you know only certain players can catch a pass? However, that didn't used to be the case. Find out about this rule and why it exists today.

    Special Edition 36: Football's 25 Most Unbreakable Records

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 5, 2023 57:27


    Records are meant to be broken, right? Well, not so fast. Tune in to hear of some amazing records in football that will probably never be broken ... or will they??

    Moment's Series - Episode 01 - 1980 Miracle on Ice

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 3, 2023 27:36


    Miracle on Ice. That's all one needs to say to invoke all kinds of memories. If you were there, you know what I mean. Tune in to our first episode of our Moment's Series and hear all about how the US defeated the USSR in what might be the most important hockey game in history.

    Special Edition 35: Football's New Rules for 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2023 20:50


    The NFL has added some exciting new rules for the upcoming 2023 season! Tune in to find out what they are and if you agree or not.

    Episode 33: Football - The Salary Cap Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 16:09


    We've all heard the term "Salary Cap" - but what exactly does it mean? Find out some of the details around this rule and if you think all sports should use it or not.

    Episode 90: Football - New Rules for 2023 (version 2)

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2023 13:36


    The 2023 NFL season is upon us! Tune in to hear of three new rules that will definitely have an impact on the game.

    Commissioner for a Day Series - Episode 02 - FIFA

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2023 28:31


    Tune in to hear our second episode of our series "Commissioner for a Day". In this episode, find out what changes Ben would make to FIFA and if you agree with them .. or not!

    Episode 89: NCAA Football Rule Changes for 2023

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2023 11:16


    College football is big. Really big. They continue to make improvements to the game and these rule changes for 2023 are no exception. Tune in to find out what they are and if you agree or not!

    Episode 88: XFL - Double Forward Pass Rule

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 23, 2023 6:28


    Ahh the XFL. The red-headed step child of the NFL. Always pushing the limits. What could be better? Tune in and find out if this XFL rule should be added to the NFL!

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