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The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz is an incredibly entertaining and unique sports podcast that has captivated me since I first heard it on ESPN 98.7 in NYC years ago. Dan Le Batard is undoubtedly one of the most intelligent and insightful sports reporters in the industry, and his ability to blend humor and thought-provoking commentary is unmatched. The show features a diverse cast of characters, such as Amin and Billy, who bring their own unique perspectives and contribute to the overall entertainment value. The addition of Jess on Tuesdays adds another level of greatness to an already star-studded lineup.
One of the best aspects of this podcast is the chemistry between the hosts and their willingness to push boundaries and challenge conventional sports talk norms. They create a fun atmosphere where anything can happen, and there are constant surprises for listeners. The show also does an excellent job of incorporating comedy into their discussions, making it enjoyable for both sports enthusiasts and comedy fans alike.
However, there are a few aspects that some listeners may find less appealing. For example, some feel that certain recurring guests like Lucy and David Samson receive too much airtime, detracting from the core dynamic of the show. Additionally, there have been complaints about interruptions during Dan's rants or discussions, particularly from Mike Ryan. Some listeners also feel that Stugotz doesn't contribute as much as he used to.
In conclusion, despite its minor flaws, The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz remains one of the most engaging sports podcasts available today. It offers a perfect blend of sports analysis, humor, and thought-provoking commentary that keeps listeners coming back for more. While no podcast is perfect for every listener's taste, this show has certainly earned its place among the best in the industry with its unique approach and talented cast.

The Bucks can't seem to decide if they're elite or average — Trysta Krick and Juju Gotti break it all down on this episode of The Alley Oop Basketball Show. SUBSCRIBE TO DLS HOOPS FOR OUR WEEKLY (TUESDAY) SHOW > https://www.youtube.com/@DLSHoops We dive deep into: Whether the Milwaukee Bucks are really contenders or just inconsistent The latest on Anthony Davis's Achilles injury and what it means for the Lakers Austin Reaves's incredible stretch of play The Chicago Bulls' winning streak — can it actually last? It's your no-fluff, all-fun breakdown of the NBA's biggest stories from two of basketball's most entertaining voices. Subscribe for more NBA + WNBA talk every week from Trysta Krick & Juju Gotti! #NBA #Bucks #AnthonyDavis #AustinReaves #Bulls #NBANews #NBATalk #BasketballPodcast #Lakers #MilwaukeeBucks #ChicagoBulls #AlleyOopShow #TrystaKrick #JujuGotti #BasketballAnalysis Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Happy Halloween Football America! Is Kevin O'Connell really a quarterback football whisperer or did he just coach great quarterbacks? Will Mike Tomlin pull a Mike Tomlin and beat the Colts? We'll dive into these topics along with listing the Top Five NFL games to watch in Week 9. Plus, Pablo Torre joins the show to answer the unanswered mysteries like the JFK assassination, the Moon Landing and what to do with the Louvre Jewels. Host Dave Dameshek and the gang ponder these deep life questions on this episode of Football America! (Photo by Gene J. Puskar/AP) Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:00:21) Intro - GET TO THE SHOW! (00:00:21-00:12:18) We're gonna make a million with Pick Six (00:12:18-00:38:15) Pablo Torre on the Moon Landing (00:38:15-00:51:35) Top Five Games of the Week AUDIO Football America! is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-america/id1831757512 Follow us: Dave Dameshek: https://x.com/dameshek Pablo Torre: https://x.com/PabloTorre Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Pablo Torre Team: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes, Bradley Campbell Director: Danny Benitez Senior Producers: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Executive Producer: Bradley Campbell Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It's a Halloween edition of The Hockey Show, and Roy, David, and Ethan are here to recap the week that was in the National Hockey League. The guys discuss the scoring-laden Frozen Frenzy that took place Tuesday night, the potential Olympic rosters for the United States and Canada, and some major extensions signed around the league this week. David has this weekend's parlay in Puck Luck, and the boys share their wins and fails of the week, including an epic Halloween costume from a Panthers fan, an empty net disaster in the AHL, and Connor Bedard's first career hat trick. Then, 2x Gold Medalist and former captain of Team Canada's women's hockey team, Cassie Campbell-Pascall, joins the show and gives her thoughts on the Panthers' slow start, young stars that could break through onto this year's Olympic rosters, and her experience as an Olympian. Finally, the boys leap into the Panthers Den to recap a light week for the Panthers that featured a resounding win over the Vegas Golden Knights and a shootout loss to the Anaheim Ducks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Salute to the fans, but I remember." The Miami Dolphins fired Chris Grier mere seconds after we left our live show on YouTube, so here's our breakdown*. *3 minutes at the very end of the hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I don't want to violate any of your freedoms, but you're a sucka." Where's Melvin Bratton? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I need 60 minutes, but really 4 hours, I know that's a bit confusing, but with commercial breaks..." The old Cuban idiom, the Robert Bailey text, the centrifugal voice, and the Amin bit that half the room doesn't get. Today's cast: Dan, Amin, Roy, Chris, Jeremy, JuJu, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Billy Corben goes over the week that was, despite the fact that he booked former Miami commissioner Alex Díaz de la Portilla to be a guest on the show and for two consecutive weeks has no-showed. As you'll tell from this episode...Billy was less than thrilled. Billy also talks about outgoing Miami mayor Francis Suarez comparing New York mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani to former Cuba dictator Fidel Castro. Could it be that Suarez doesn't know the difference between communism and socialism? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on Good Follow, Ros Gold-Onwude is joined by one of the top voices in women's college basketball, Autumn Johnson! Together, they answer the hottest questions going into the women's college basketball season 2025-26. Will Geno Auriemma and UConn be able to run it back with Sarah Strong, Azzi Fudd, and Serah Williams? How will Ta'Niya Latson fit into Dawn Staley's Gamecocks? How will MiLaysia Fulwiley be challenged at LSU with Kim Mulkey? What are this season's expectations for Flau'Jae Johnson and Mikaylah Williams? Then, Autumn breaks down how UCLA and Texas can come back from disappointing performances last year. Lastly, Autumn explains how she got the title “bracketologist” and what it takes to build a bracket. Who are the sleeper teams to watch this season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Your days of damning the show have come to an end." Is Dave 40 or 70? JuJu gives us Thursday Thunder and his Top 10 Uniforms of All Time! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I went to a cookie table wedding. Zas you know bout that?" Why do people keep underestimating Amin's Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets even as they continue to sting the competition? Plus, it's time for another edition of the Pitch Clock as Jeremy and Chris are put to the test on their knowledge of the 2005 World Series. Adnan Virk is back to recap last night's incredible performance by Trey Yesavage that has pushed the Blue Jays to the cusp of their first World Series title since 1993. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You take a lot of time to figure things out I take a very short time to figure things out." Pablo answers all of our questions about his latest episode revolving around the NBA gambling scandal, but there is one question he cannot answer: why do people chew gum and then stick it under their desk? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You can put that on my tombstone: Mississippi State 2025, Sneaky Decent Team." Can Mississippi State be a sneaky decent team if they haven't won a conference game in two years? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"My wife always says 'no ass'." It's an absolutely chaotic hour with a loaded shipping container that includes Dave Dameshek, JuJu Gotti, Kash Patel, Amin Elhassan, Tony, and a thin-assed Chris Cote. Jeremy manages to talk about Trey Yesavage for 37 minutes, Zaslow is trying to get laid, and we go to the DenTek Bucket. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Vince Wilfork is a natural born leader. The five-time Pro Bowl defensive tackle, two-time Super Bowl champion, and BCS national champion never faced an opponent he couldn't handle on the field - a credit to his parents and the challenges his family had to overcome. Vince takes Dan through telling his parents he was gonna be an NFL player at an early age, to losing them in college, and what it was like to realize they'd never be able to see him accomplish his dreams. Vince and Dan also dive into the feeling of having Bill Belichick call him the “captain of the captains, the true leader of the team” and “the best defensive lineman I've ever coached - that's player, leader, on the field, off the field, practice player." Vince also talks about being a key part of the Patriots' dynasty, his relationship with Belichick and Tom Brady, and how in retirement, he's honoring his father with his own line of barbeque sauce, GHI75. To get your own bottle of Wilfork's signature, delicious, gluten-free barbeque sauce, go to TheGHI75.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You know what BTA means?" Doing the postgame show without JuJu stinks like fried fish on an airplane, but we soldier on with Against the Spread, Patrick Beverly's tweets, and an update to The Polls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I flew on a rocket ship built by the lowest bidder." Is it couth to pee on the floor of an airplane bathroom? Is it reasonable for the help to park your car too far from your private jet? Is George Clooney a little too happy about the Louvre heist? Additionally, Senator Mark Kelly is here to discuss the government shutdown and the Arizona Cardinals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"The Tagovailoa shoehorn was the best part." We debut the Puka Polka ahead of Jason Benetti joining the show to discuss all things Shohei Ohtani, Vladimir Guerrero Jr., and the 2025 World Series, but he also gets his baseball fan card revoked. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You ever heard anybody say 'did you see last night's episode of NCIS?'" NBC and Amazon Prime are the future because they're avoiding the distant past and feeling like the future by telling you about the recent past as opposed to predicting the future from the past. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Your name is Charles, and you're playing in MY arena." Are the Heat good? Are the Panthers bad? Is Dan absolutely drunk with Power? The answer might be yes to all three. Also, the 35-year Voice of the Miami Heat, Michael Baiamonte, joins the show to say all of the things Chris Cote grew up on including "TOOOOOOOO MANY STEPS," "Luol Deng," and "TWO MINUTES: DOS MINUUUUUTOS!" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on Good Follow: Ros Gold-Onwude and Angel McCoughtry break down all the new head coaches in the WNBA. Will Jose Fernandez be able to give Paige Bueckers and the Dallas Wings what they need? How important will Sonia Raman's representation be for the Seattle Storm and the WNBA? What can Sandy Brondello bring to the brand-new Toronto Tempo? How will Alex Sarama utilize the CLA method in Portland? Then, DraftKings S.E.R.V.E.S. partners with the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Lastly, Ros and Angel play a mini game of “$10 Build-A-Coach,” deciding how they want to spend their money on a coach for the New York Liberty and what they find most important in a head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of The Alley Oop Basketball Show on DLS Hoops, hosts Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick break down another wild week in the NBA. Trysta heads to the Portland Trail Blazers game and gives us the inside scoop from the locker room — including what the team's temperature really is right now. Meanwhile, Juju and Trysta react to Chauncey Billups' Klutch hoodie, the incredible skill set of Victor Wembanyama, Austin Reaves' breakout performance, and what's really going on with the Denver Nuggets. This episode's got everything: insight, laughs, and real hoops talk you won't find anywhere else. Subscribe to DLS Hoops for more NBA stories, player insights, and hilarious basketball banter! #NBA #Wemby #VictorWembanyama #AustinReaves #Lakers #DenverNuggets #ChaunceyBillups #TrailBlazers #PortlandTrailBlazers #TrystaKrick #JujuGotti #DLSHoops #AlleyOopShow #NBATalk #BasketballShow Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Klein! Salute!" JuJu has some top tier thoughts on last night's baseball and the Top 10 Transactions People In Sports Would Love To Have a Mulligan On. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"The things he says are not always carried through." Yaron Weitzman wrote the book "A Hollywood Ending: The Dreams and Drama of the LeBron Lakers" and shares the wildest details, including the Top 5 Holy S*** Moments from the book. Also, is Shohei ACTUALLY the greatest athlete who ever lived? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"When I'm dead and gone, you guys will appreciate me." Lucy had a blast at LSU, but she's the grim reaper when it comes to college football coaches, and she's learned Brian Kelly is even worse than we thought. Plus, Tony's here for his Top 5 and to humbly let us know which takes he had first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"By the way, this is why he left you." Dianna Russini has a wealth of NFL information to share with the show, but she also sees too much of herself in Dan when he tramples over Greg to speak on his behalf. Also, Shohei Ohtani joined a ridiculous list of names with his postseason performance. Will we get to it? Wait to see. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"When a dog barks, he doesn't really say, 'bow wow.'" Shohei Ohtani delivered the single greatest World Series performance in the history of baseball as the Dodgers topped the Blue Jays in an 18-inning classic that may go down as the single greatest baseball game ever played, so we must spend half the hour breaking down UM Football running the ball up the middle too often. Today's cast: Dan, Greg, Zaslow, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, and Roy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"That I can think of." JuJu updates the first polls of the week and shares some NBA news we didn't cover today. However, there were some really grotesque uniforms across football yesterday, and we've gotta get to that first. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"How many black people are on this panel?" Zaslow admits to loving eating off the kids' menu, Greg's pumped up for tonight's sporting equinox, Mike is ready with the gear head, Amin has his Weekend Observations, and Dan teaches us all how to do a television hit on a major network. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Shoutout to poop particles." The Funniest Thing From the Sports Weekend, Justin Fields' huge rebound performance, and a Myles Garrett argument sends the show into a tailspin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Speaking of the military, I can report, coffee does not go with olives." After Greg eats nine olives, Lane Kiffin says something no other coach could, Dan looks away from a gruesome injury, and Brian Kelly finally gets fired despite his "family" being happy in Baton Rouge. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Wow! What is going on?" The Heat's offense looks better than ever, and Mike Ryan thinks he knows the reason why. Tony capitulates on a QB take for the first time in his life. And despite the Dolphins big win, Zaslow is still somehow frustrated with their offense. Also, those Canes uniforms...woof. Today's cast: Sad Bunny, Zaslow, Greg, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

NFL Week 8 is about to kick off. We list the top five NFL games to watch, including a revenge game (let's be real) for Aaron Rodgers against the Packers. Then Dave answers a huge hypothetical question: What if Seattle never left the AFC? Then Brandon Perna answers a philosophical question: Who in their right mind would ever want to become an NFL official? Then Ahman Green answers a monetary question: Would Brett Favre or Aaron Rodgers ever pick up a tab? Safe to say, Dave Dameshek and the gang have the necessary answers to the most important questions to the most important sport in the world on Football America! (Photo by Kareem Elgazzar/AP) Timestamps: (00:00:00-00:03:30) | What if the Seahawks Never Left the AFC? (00:03:30-00:12:14) | Best 19s and Pick Six (00:12:14-00:31:34) | Top Five Games with Brandon Perna (00:31:34-00:49:50) | Ahman Green on the Packers Matchup and best QBs AUDIO Football America! is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-america/id1831757512 Follow us: Dave Dameshek: https://x.com/dameshek Ahman Green: https://x.com/AhmanGreen30 Brandon Perna: https://x.com/BrandonPerna Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Ahman Green, Brandon Perna Team: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes, Bradley Campbell Director: Danny Benitez Senior Producers: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Executive Producer: Bradley Campbell Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of Alley Oop, hosts Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick dive into a wild night in the NBA — starting with Victor Wembanyama's jaw-dropping performance that has fans calling him unguardable. But the spotlight doesn't stop there…The crew also breaks down the shocking gambling arrests involving the Trail Blazers' head coach and Miami Heat's Terry Rozier, discussing what this means for the league, betting culture in basketball, and how it all impacts the NBA's image. Tap in for the laughs, the hot takes, and the real talk only Alley Oop can deliver. Subscribe to DLS Hoops for more episodes, breakdowns, and the best NBA conversations every week! #VictorWembanyama #Wemby #NBANews #NBAGambling #TerryRozier #TrailBlazers #DLSHoops #AlleyOopShow #TrystaKrick #JujuGotti #BasketballTalk #NBAHighlights #NBAScandals Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brad Marchand returned to Boston this week, and with Rose and Ethan both out, our very own Danny GQ steps in with a hot take we have yet to hear about his reaction! Roy and David break down the emotional moment for the 37-year-old, before Krysten fills in for Rosie on Rosa En Un Minuto, and the boys get into their wins and fails of the week, including an all-time jersey matchup, an MLB-NHL crossover, and a lights malfunction in the Saddledome in Calgary. Johnny Lazerus of the Daily Faceoff's Morning Cuppa Hockey podcast joins the show for this week's guest interview to discuss his New York Rangers' slow start on offense, how Matthew Schaefer's incredible start has elevated the image of the New York Islanders, and the potential of the Utah Mammoth after a great start. Then, it's time to step into the Panthers' Den, where it is dark times right now. The boys recap a tough week for the Cats and assess where the two-time defending champions stand after eight games. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Life uh-uh-uh finds a way." There are two killer guests in this hour, or at least there are supposed to be. Amin and Tony bring you through the unreal night in the NBA, Jeremy is excited about the World Series, and can Shohei Ohtani and Victor Wembanyama merge the two worlds? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"What did Pittsburgh do to you, show business?" We've finally found a man who rambles more than Dan Le Batard, and he's greeted us with a story of an Ed Hochuli bribe, an asinine Wayne Gretzky take, and more Pittsburgh sports than we can handle. Those ramblings can be yours too, at Flanigan's! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"We talked about this." Lionel Messi signing an extension shouldn't happen quietly, the Canes shouldn't be playing games quietly, and the Dolphins should just be quiet. Also, Amin is clearly holding Meadowlark Media up on his shoulders. Today's cast: Dan, Amin, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, Roy, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

New Yorker staff writer Jon Lee Anderson joins Billy Corben to talk about the state of the island of Cuba. Plus, an update on the free gift of land given by the state of Florida to help build the Trump presidential library. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ros sits down with NBC and Amazon Prime's play-by-play announcer, Michael Grady. Together, they figure out who is the Beyoncé of the Liberty booth. Michael breaks down his first professional play-by-play experience with the New York Liberty while they were still in Westchester. What does it mean to be with the New York Liberty? Next, Michael breaks down how he found his own style and voice in both the NBA and WNBA broadcasts. What does it mean to cover women's hoops? How did the Indiana Fever and Tamika Catchings impact his career? Then, Michael breaks down how he found his voice and style as an announcer. What does it mean to be ‘Cash'? Lastly, Michael shares who he thinks is the face of the WNBA and who is the future of the league. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Is that a Yoda you just did?" JuJu's here with corrections for today's show and to update the polls, but he also wants to launch an investigation based on something from the previous hour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I don't need to hear about your bed with your wife." Rachel Nichols is here on the heels of the FBI scandal shaking the NBA to talk Doritos, youth tennis matches, and back problems. Jeremy has a web to weave at the whiteboard regarding the gambling ring before he, Chris, and Adnan Virk have you covered on this week's episode of The Pitch Clock, previewing the World Series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Your winning streak has ended, your luck has run out, and you can bet on that." It's time to listen in on the FBI as they give us the details of the sports betting and illegal poker game scandal involving several names, but if you ask Mike, mostly Terry Rozier. Also, did Roy just announce he's leaving the show, too? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Adam Silver is whistling Dixie out of his tuchus right now." David says it's important we take a beat before rushing to judgement on the gambling scandal, but not a bad beat. Get it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I am a character. My name isn't even Mike." Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups, and Damon Jones were arrested by the FBI this morning, and the details unfolded as we were live for our Local Hour. Come for Mike Ryan's celebration, stay for questions about whether or not Chris Cote is next. Also, you remember that Game 7 of the 2005 Eastern Conference Finals? Today's cast: Dan, Zaslow, Chris, Jeremy, Mike, and Roy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA season tips-off this week - we look back at the unforgettable conversations with NBA coaching legends Pat Riley and Stan Van Gundy. Stan gets into his relationship with his younger brother, Jeff Van Gundy, what it was like facing off against each other as coaches time and time again, the depth of the love they share as they've gotten older, and what he expects next for Jeff in the NBA. Stan and Dan also talk about how they became friends, seeing greatness in the Miami Heat's Erik Spoelstra early on, and the often toxic criticism that surrounds sports today. Then, Pat Riley - the legendary, nine-time NBA championship winning player, coach, and executive - reveals what it was really like forging one of the NBA's greatest legacies. Pat illuminates his journey crafting Heat Culture - what it was really like at the start of it all, what the team means to him today, and digging into his controlling and deeply emotional relationship with the game. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I need your support." Did Greg Cote leave his son a voicemail on the back of a train rolling into an old-western town with bunting on the back in the age of Calvin Coolidge? Plus, JuJu recaps opening night in the NBA and tells us why OKC fans were wrong for booing Kevin Durant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Is that a tortilla in your pocket or are you not happy to see me?" Amin has been texting Jessica for months without knowing it's her while also thinking Jess has been ghosting him for months. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Was there any part of you that was like 'it's Nebraska though, can you just send me a PDF?'" Jeff Pearlman joins us to talk about his new book Only God Can Judge Me: The Many Lives of Tupac Shakur and walks us through his incredibly thorough process in writing the book. He shares a story that is an absolute must listen and might be the early leader in the clubhouse for Best Story in next year's Suey's. We also revisit Emmitt Smith's eventful tenure on Monday Night football, Amin forms a new character, and we have this week's Boost Mobile Boldest Take hotline. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Wow, I'd like to be arrogant, but I'm not." Dianna joins us from the NFL Owners Meetings, and since she forgot her headphones, she's getting dirty looks as the show peppers her with questions around the NFL, even if admittedly there are a few too many Dolphins questions. And as we finally get to the NBA on NBC with Michael Jordan, Amin wants credit for the way Carmelo Anthony was dressed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"We've gotta get that guy to stop breaking bottles over people's heads." Greg is post-coital after the debut of his new song Basketball Is Back, Jack. And with basketball returning, we must dive into Kevin Durant...'s legacy in relation to Brad Marchand. And Tua. And the qualities that make for a good owner of an NFL team. Basketball is back, Jack! Today's cast: Dan, Greg, Zaslow, Chris, Amin, Mike, and Tony. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Today on Good Follow: Ros Gold-Onwude and Angel McCoughtry have a pajama show and introduce Angel's segment, “Halo or Hell No!”, to break down their thoughts on the Portland Fire's new head coach, Alex Sarama. Will he have success in the WNBA? How do coaches connect with their players? How will his CLA method set up the Fire for success? Then, DraftKings S.E.R.V.E.S. partners with the Larry Fitzgerald Foundation to raise funds and awareness for breast cancer research. Next, they react to Nneka Ogwumike being denied the opportunity to play for Team Nigeria in this upcoming World Cup and the 2028 LA Olympics. What does it mean to be an Olympian as an athlete? Why hasn't she been able to play for Team USA or Team Nigeria? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices