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Hosted by sports personality and star of FS1’s “Undisputed," The Skip Bayless Show is a weekly FOX Sports podcast. Each week Skip will go IN on the hottest topics in the world of sports and share behind-the-scenes stories from some of the biggest moments in sports history. Expect A-list interviews and responses to YOUR no-holds-barred questions. 

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    • May 7, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
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    The Skip Bayless Show podcast is an entertaining and engaging listen for sports enthusiasts. As a prominent figure in the sports media world, Skip Bayless brings his experience and knowledge to discussions on a wide range of topics. Whether you agree or disagree with his opinions, there's no denying that the podcast keeps you engaged and eager to hear what he has to say next.

    One of the best aspects of The Skip Bayless Show podcast is Skip's ability to share behind-the-scenes stories and insights that you wouldn't typically hear on television. He provides a unique perspective on various athletes and teams, drawing from his extensive career in sports journalism. This added depth adds value to the conversations and allows listeners to gain a better understanding of the individuals involved.

    Furthermore, Skip's passion for sports shines through in each episode. His energy and enthusiasm make for an entertaining listen, as he dives into debates with co-hosts or engages with callers or readers' questions. His dedication to keeping his brain sharp and staying informed is also admirable, as he continues to deliver high-quality content despite his demanding schedule.

    On the downside, some listeners may find Skip's strong opinions off-putting at times. While it's understandable that he needs to take a stance on various topics for discussion purposes, his unwavering belief in certain viewpoints can be polarizing. This could potentially alienate listeners who may have different perspectives or want more balanced analysis.

    In conclusion, The Skip Bayless Show podcast offers an engaging and informative listening experience for sports fans. With its captivating stories, passionate discussions, and unique insights from one of the industry's most well-known figures, it delivers content that keeps you coming back for more. While some may disagree with certain opinions expressed by Skip Bayless, there's no denying the entertainment value provided by this podcast.



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    Latest episodes from The Skip Bayless Show

    Skip 1 on 1: Michael Rapaport

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 78:10


    On this week's 'Skip 1 on 1,' New York's very own Michael Rapaport joins the show. Michael shares his insights on the New York Knicks' past and current successes. Skip and he debate LeBron's failures with the Lakers and why Michael feels Shedeur falling in the Draft was the best thing for him. They dive into Michael's journey from aspiring basketball player to Hollywood actor and comedian and explore Michael's Jewish background and how the attacks on Israel have affected him. Tune in for an engaging show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    LeBron FAKED An Injury?! Cowboys Fans Are Better Than Knicks Fans?! Lakers Tired Of Luka?!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2025 68:28


    Skip exposes LeBron for faking an injury in order to avoid taking accountability for playoff upset against the Minnesota Timberwolves! He then reveals the truth that coaches, Bill Belichick & Gregg Popovich, are not as GREAT as people believe them to be. They simply just.. ride on the coattails of ALL TIME GREATS, Tom Brady & Tim Duncan. This week, Skip also explains why it's better to be a Cowboys fan than a Knicks fan and why the Lakers and Laker Nation may already want to move on from Luka. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip 1 on 1: Stephen Jackson

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 72:24


    On this week's 'Skip 1 on 1,' All The Smoke's very own Stephen Jackson joins the show. They explore Stephen's upbringing, life tragedies, and career successes. They also discuss the current NBA playoffs and who they believe will make the Finals! Tune in for a great show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    The NFL Is PUNISHING Shedeur To SPITE Deion! LeBron CHOKES And OKC SWEEPS Memphis!!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 28, 2025 59:21


    Skip exposes the NFL for treating Shedeur Sanders poorly because of his father, Deion Sanders. LeBron, like clockwork, chokes in Games 3 and 4 against the Timberwolves, while the Cowboys had a “fine” draft. Lastly the OKC Thunder sweep the Memphis Grizzlies despite not playing their best in the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip 1 on 1: Mel Kiper

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 69:44


    On this week's 'Skip 1 on 1,' ESPN's very own Mel Kiper joins the show. They explore Mel's early life and his road to being the King of all things NFL Drqft. They discuss mock drafts, pioneer draft analysts, and Mel's iconic hair! Tune in for a great show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    INSANE Defamation Of Shedeur Sanders, Siding WITH Nico Harrison, & The NBA Is HIDING The Thunder?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2025 56:20


    Skip unleashes on all of the sports media outlets who have been painting Shedeur Sanders as anything less than great. Skip also doubles down on his stance of Dallas winning the Luka/AD trade, and then UNLEASHES on the Cowboys, saying they MUST draft Penn State TE Tyler Warren. Lastly, he exposes the NBA for hiding the OKC Thunder's playoff games in plain sight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 20

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 61:20


    Today's “Skip Vs Ernestine”: why our marriage barely survived our trip to NY … why living together is SO DIFFICULT … Ernestine gives her (outrageous) Mt Rushmore of athletes … I defend Hazel vs a hater. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip 1 on 1: Paul Pierce

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 52:15


    My man Paul Pierce joins me on “Skip 1 on 1” and tells about the night he and Kobe almost came to blows, how he used to get in LeBron's head and how THERE IS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING TO FEAR ABOUT THE OKC THUNDER, WHO MIGHT LOSE IN THE FIRST ROUND. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    PRESIDENT Stephen A. Smith?! Skip's Play-In And Playoff Picks & Isiah Thomas SLAMS LeBron James!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 14, 2025 47:37


    Skip dives into why he believes Stephen A. Smith would make a great President of the United States. He then gives his Play-In Tournament and Playoff picks and declares that the OKC Thunder will triumph over the Celtics in 7. Lastly, Skip discusses Isiah Thomas' criticism of LeBron's recent warm up antics. No shirt.. no uniform.. just straight DISRESPECT! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 19

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2025 72:34


    Skip and Ernestine dive into the fine line between fighting and just... living together. Are daily debates actually battles—or just how some couples communicate? Plus, Ernestine shocks Skip with a surprise mumps vaccine, and their home faces an unexpected mold invasion. From marriage dynamics to household chaos, this episode brings it all. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip 1 on 1: Brandel Chamblee

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2025 69:29


    On this week's 'Skip 1 on 1,' legend golf commentator Brandel Chamblee joins Skip to dive into the world of golf. They explore Brandel's early life, his journey into the sport, and his professional career. They discuss the legacy of Tiger Woods and current stars including Rory McIllroy and Scottie Scheffler. Lastly, they explore the current state of golf and the future of LIV and the PGA Tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    GREATEST Backcourt In NBA History! Jerry Jones NEEDS To Retire, & Witnessing HISTORY Of Magic & Bird

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 7, 2025 81:40


    Skip declares that Austin Reaves has turned the Lakers' 3-guard backcourt into the greatest in NBA history. Skip then bashes his beloved Dallas Cowboys, hoping that Jerry Jones will finally retire from destroying the Cowboys' legacy. Lastly, Skip recalls his experience of sitting courtside at Magic vs Bird's NCAA Championship game and witnessing what eventually became a significant piece of history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 18

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 3, 2025 58:30


    Skip and Ernestine reflect on the lost art of kindness—why do simple good deeds feel so rare these days? Plus, work stress is at an all-time high, and they're feeling it. And finally, Skip and Ernestine get real about Botox—does it really work? Don't miss this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip 1 on 1: Jay Bilas

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 70:17


    For Episode 3 of ‘Skip 1 on 1,' ESPN's very own Jay Bilas joins the show. Jay recalls his former sports career, playing high school & college basketball. Jay shares whether it's difficult to pick against and why making any prediction is a waste of time. Skip and Jay then discuss how impressive Cooper Flagg has been and why the Oklahoma City Thunder feel more like a college team than an NBA team. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    LeBron FOOLISHLY Attacks Stephen A., Skip CHECKS Gilbert Again, & The Absurdity Of Cyberbullying

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 31, 2025 49:36


    Skip shames LeBron for the childish antics he displayed against Stephen A. Smith, from the aggressive confrontation to the petty interview with Pat McAfee. Skip then responds to Gilbert Arenas' 2 1/2 hour long show about Skip himself. Finally Skip dismantles the power of cyberbullying and tells athletes to “JUST DON'T READ” online comments! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 17

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2025 46:06


    Hazel's in charge… again! Skip and Ernestine talk about their spoiled Maltese running the house, battling online trolls, and why Ernestine's quick to hit block. Plus, they debate what's really worth appreciating—flowers, buzzer-beater dunks, or… neither? This one's packed with laughs and real talk! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip 1 on 1: Deion Sanders

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 47:21


    For Episode 2 of ‘Skip 1 on 1,' the icon Deion Sanders joins the show. Deion provides unheard insight into how close he was to becoming the head coach of the Dallas Cowboys and whether he would ever leave for another NFL job. Deion also shares what influence, if any, he's had on what teams will and won't draft Shedeur. Skip and Prime also discuss the unicorn that is Travis Hunter, how long until Coach thinks Colorado can become a title contender, and the rarity of an all-time athlete becoming an all-time coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip CALLS OUT Draymond! Will Cooper Flagg Be Better Than Larry Bird? March Madness Bracket Blunder

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 24, 2025 47:09


    The OKC Thunder are having a historical season and Skip does not take lightly to the disrespect from Draymond Green. Skip then declares Cooper Flagg to be “the BEST white American player since Larry Bird." Skip follows up on his March Madness predictions, and how they have slightly gone sour, and discusses Luka Doncics' fatal flaw that could derail the Lakers' season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    Skip 1 on 1: Billy Bob Thornton

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2025 70:18


    On the debut episode of ‘Skip 1 on 1,' Skip sits down with Academy Award winner Billy Bob Thornton. The two discuss Billy's childhood and how his dyslexia helped shape the actor he is today. They also dive into some of Billy's most iconic characters: Karl Childers from ‘Sling Blade,' Willie from ‘Bad Santa,' Lorne Malvo in ‘Fargo,' and his newest role, Tommy Morris in ‘Landmand.' Lastly, Billy Bob and Skip discuss Jerry Jones' iconic scene in ‘Landman' and Billy gives a preview of what to expect from Season 2. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 16

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 48:05


    Hazel is causing chaos… again! Skip and Ernestine explain why their “velcro dog” is impossible to control. They also discuss why leaving their home on time NEVER happens. Plus, they dive into Bill Belichick's relationship with his 24-year-old girlfriend and why he's suddenly all over social media. Don't miss this one! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip SLAMS Gilbert Arenas! Responds To KD's Tweet Fest, & Cooks The Cowboys' Offseason Moves

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 60:02


    Skip fires back at Gilbert Arenas after Gil called out Skip for his comments on LeBron. He also responds to Kevin Durant's tweeting tirade, then expresses his disdain for the Dallas Cowboys' offseason moves. Skip always warns any team who is interested in Aaron Rodgers to stay far away from the overrated quarterback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 15

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 61:56


    Skip and Ernestine reflect on the life and legacy of Adele. They share the emotional rollercoaster of losing a dear friend and why grief never really leaves us. Plus, Skip and Ernestine discuss their relationship with Stephen A. Smith, a brother to them both. Plus, the secrets to a long-lasting marriage and their most heated fights over the years. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Return Of Two GOATS: Skip Bayless & Stephen A. Smith!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 10, 2025 55:51


    It's a monumental moment in sports media history as Skip Bayless and Stephen A. Smith reunite for the first time IN NEARLY A DECADE. The icons, who forever changed the landscape of sports media, discuss EVERYTHING you've been waiting so long to hear. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 14

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 47:08


    Skip and Ernestine sound off on why the Oscars just aren't the same anymore—has Hollywood lost its way? They also dive into the emotional debate over whether pets have souls and if we'll reunite with them in the afterlife. Plus, a deep dive into their favorite cheat meals, from popcorn-and-champagne nights to late-night frozen yogurt runs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    LeBron's SHOCKING Turn Against The Media! Luka's RAGE Is The New Force Of The Lakers, KD is Mentally Checked Out

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2025 58:09


    LeBron has shockingly turned against the media that has always praised him his entire career. Skip also argues LeBron WASTED the first 20 years of his career. Skip later dives into Luka's intensity being on another level, KD being only focused on retirement, and why Jerry Jones is screwing up another offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine Round 13

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2025 53:54


    Skip and Ernestine reveal how they really met; from a chance encounter in a green room to a lifelong connection. They debate the value of old friends vs. new ones, whether childhood bonds truly last, and why some friendships fade. Plus, they tackle the ultimate question: is finding “The One” fate, luck, or just good matchmaking? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Luka Is EXPOSING LeBron!, Pass On Shedeur.. And Live In REGRET

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 24, 2025 56:09


    Luka is an assassin, and is proving that he is far more big-game clutch than LeBron has ever been. The NFL is shockingly underrating Shedeur Sanders as if he isn't the best player in the draft! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 12

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 41:47


    Skip and Ernestine share their biggest pet peeves, from awkward social encounters to everyday annoyances, to being asked “why you don't have children?” They also discuss why big weddings might not be worth the price or the stress and whether moving for your partner's job is the right decision. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Happy Birthday Michael Jordan! Mac McClung DOMINATES Dunk Contest AGAIN, LeBron & Luka Show Out In LA

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 17, 2025 51:04


    Today we honor the GOAT, Michael Jordan, on his 62nd birthday! Mac McClung shows up and shines once again in the Dunk Contest, and reinforces the new rise of White American basketball stars, including Caitlin Clark and Cooper Flagg. LeBron and Luka have become the most entertaining team to watch, while the Mavericks take some heavy hits thanks to the injuries to Anthony Davis & Daniel Gafford. Skip also UNLEASHES on Draymond Green and shuts down any hope of Myles Garrett going to Dallas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 11

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 61:42


    For the holiday of love, Skip and Ernestine talk about why they love each other and their dating experiences before meeting. They then discuss what traveling together means for a couple's relationship. And finish by reviewing TV's hottest new show, ‘Paradise.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Eagles Win Super Bowl LIX! Mahomes' Legacy is Ruined! Cooper DeJean Proves LeBron Wrong!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 62:53


    The Eagles take home the championship title in a Super Bowl win over the Kansas City Chiefs. Skip raves in the fact that he predicted the Eagles winning it all.. WAY BACK IN AUGUST! The Patrick Mahomes “Blind Witnesses” are proven wrong… AGAIN. The Jets have chosen to part ways with a washed up Aaron Rodgers & LeBron will never forget Cooper DeJean now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 10

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 54:28


    Skip and Ernestine talk about the struggles of living with another person. Both argue over who should pick the music when driving together. With it being the 50th anniversary of ‘Saturday Night Live,' Skip and Ernestine name their all time favorite cast member. And lastly, they give their review of the TV's biggest show, ‘Severance'. This is ROUND 10! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Luka & AD Swap?! LeBron DONE in LA?! Super Bowl Prediction, & Three Decades Of Disappointment In Dallas

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2025 52:42


    Luka Doncic & Anthony Davis have swapped teams in an unexpected, yet amazing trade for the Mavericks! But because of the trade, Skip argues LeBron is DONE with the Lakers. Skip predicts who will win Super Bowl LIX and believes this won't come down to Mahomes vs Jalen Hurts, but which defense steps up Sunday. Skip unleashes on the Cowboys new offensive coordinator hire and tells the story of the last time the Dallas Cowboys played in a Super Bowl game… 30 YEARS AGO! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 9

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 62:51


    Ernestine discusses how she feels about watching football. They then dive into Skip's meltdowns when playing golf. Later, they reveal their favorite albums. Stay to the end for responses to your questions. This is ROUND 9! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Jerry Jones Has Lost It! Mahomes Is Boring Football, & The Reason For The Eagles' Success

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2025 59:45


    Jerry Jones continues to ruin the Cowboys' franchise, this time by hiring an unqualified head coach. Patrick Mahomes has lost his flare and has transformed into a boring shell of himself. LeBron James and Anthony Davis need to stop pleading for more help. Jalen Hurts' leadership will win the Super Bowl & Howie Roseman's offseason efforts are paying off tremendously! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 8

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 61:36


    Skip and Ernestine dive into the interesting interaction of women having "girl talk" with the men in their lives. Should husbands and boyfriends be exempt from it, or should they participate? They then reminisce on the times they tried working out together and how it always led to a fight. Stay to the end for responses to your questions. This is ROUND 8! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Happy MLK Day!, The NFL Needs Swifties, Eagles are Super Bowl Favorites, and Kellen Moore To Dallas?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2025 40:29


    Today, we celebrate the life Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.; a one-of-a-kind leader and force to be reckoned with. The NFL is doing all it can to get Taylor Swift to the Super Bowl! The Eagles are now the Super Bowl favorite, but Skip has only one reason why they will beat Jayden Daniels and the Commanders. Skip also dives back into the Cowboys coaching search, which is now sadly focused on Kellen Moore. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 7

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 59:45


    Skip and Ernestine share stories about past home incidents that have led to injuries. They then give a review on the new movie, Nosferatu, and how it differs from typical vampire movies. Stick around until the end for responses to your questions. This is ROUND 7! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mike McCarthy Out As Cowboys' Coach, Two MVPs Face Off, & An Unimpressive Win For The Eagles

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2025 60:22


    BREAKING NEWS! Mike McCarthy is officially out of Dallas after failing to agree on the length of contract with the Cowboys. Lamar Jackson & Josh Allen will go head to head this Sunday for the game of the year! Eagles win an unimpressive game against the Packers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 6

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 66:39


    Skip makes the argument that Tom Brady would have 9 Super Bowls had Ernestine not “jinxed” him. They then dive into a story about ghosts haunting their home, and Ernestine describes the pain of losing her mother. Join us for ROUND 6! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Fate Of The Cowboys, Shedeur To The Giants?!, Lamar Jackson's Run For MVP, & The Fall Of Jimmy Butler

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 6, 2025 46:06


    Skip is accepting the fate of his precious Dallas Cowboys, burning himself at the stake now in order to save himself the heartache later. Shedeur Sanders being first pick overall is looking promising, but he might not end up on the team you may think. Lamar Jackson appears to be the MVP favorite, which Skip doesn't want, while Jimmy Butler appears to be more trouble than he's worth! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Skip vs Ernestine - Round 5

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 2, 2025 68:17


    The new year is finally here, what are your resolutions for 2025? Skip accuses Ernestine of being a bad driver, tune in to watch as she proves Skip wrong. This... is Round 5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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