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Joe and Dave preview the Ohio State–Miami matchup, framing it as a pressure-free opportunity for the Hurricanes with everything to gain. They discuss how the game serves as the biggest NFL audition yet for Miami players, while breaking down the challenge posed by Ohio State's defense. The guys note that anything more this season would feel magical for Miami, who have already exceeded expectations. The segment also touches on Ohio State football's near-religious status in Columbus, Miami's increased investment in winning, and the impact new UM president Joe Echevarria has had in turning the program around.

Joe and Dave open with a quick rundown of the Panthers edging the Capitals and the Heat knocking off the Nuggets after Nikola Jokic exits with an injury. The conversation then pivots to the NFL, examining how other teams have managed quick turnarounds while the Dolphins continue to struggle to find sustained success. They debate whether Miami simply lacks enough high-end talent and dive into Jaylen Waddle's role in the offense. Joe closes the segment by criticizing Mike McDaniel for failing to consistently get Waddle the ball, questioning whether that's holding the Dolphins back.

Joe and Dave note that support for Tua Tagovailoa around the league has largely faded, with a growing consensus that it made sense for the Dolphins to move on. They also agree that Tyreek Hill is unlikely to return next season, a move that would add to Miami's dead cap concerns. The segment closes with a broader look at the Dolphins' looming salary cap issues and how those financial constraints could shape the team's next steps.

Joe and Dave preview the CFP Quarterfinal matchup between Miami and Ohio State, breaking down what to expect from both sides. They deliver a scouting report on the Buckeyes, highlighting a strong offensive line, a steady quarterback, elite wide receivers, and a high-level defense led by a quality coordinator. The guys also note that Miami matches up well defensively, setting the stage for a physical, high-stakes game. The segment wraps with praise for Indiana QB and Heisman Trophy winner Fernando Mendoza, and a discussion on whether he should return to college or declare for the NFL Draft.

Joe and Dave break down why blockbuster QB trades—like Lamar Jackson or Joe Burrow—are unrealistic, and why Miami would be hard-pressed to make a deal anyway. They zoom out to examine how NFL teams can flip their fortunes year to year, then focus in on the Dolphins' post-Tua direction. The guys discuss Quinn Ewers' solid second-game performance, Tua Tagovailoa's limitations, and push back on continued defenses of him, with Joe bluntly urging fans to “wake up.” The segment closes with a critique of Miami's lack of true football vision and bravado, stressing that it takes real talent to identify and acquire talent.

Kyle Crabbs joins to break down the Dolphins' quarterback situation, praising Quinn Ewers' decision-making while cautioning against putting all their eggs in his basket. He suggests Miami bring in a competing QB to battle for the starting job and doesn't expect the team to make a blockbuster draft move. Kyle also emphasizes the need for a quick decision on Tua Tagovailoa and explores the team's options with him. He touches on other roster moves, like whether to extend De'Von Achane, and stresses the importance of a thorough GM hiring process. Finally, he notes that if Miami adds a QB, it would likely be someone like Mac Jones or Malik Willis—but only at the right price.

Hour 2 opens with an in-depth CFP Quarterfinal preview of Miami vs. Ohio State, including a scouting report on the Buckeyes and praise for Indiana QB and Heisman winner Fernando Mendoza, plus debate over whether he should stay in college or enter the NFL Draft. The show then shifts to a quick sports roundup before diving into why some NFL teams turn things around while the Dolphins continue to lag behind. Joe and Dave question whether Miami has enough top-end talent, debate if Jaylen Waddle is truly a No. 1 receiver, and criticize Mike McDaniel for not getting him the ball enough. The hour closes with a frank discussion on the Dolphins moving on from Tua Tagovailoa, Tyreek Hill's likely exit, and the salary cap and dead-cap challenges facing the franchise

Hour 1 opens with a rapid-fire sports check, including the Heat getting a win as Nikola Jokic goes down with an injury, the Panthers heating up, and whether Matthew Tkachuk could be on his way back, plus some lighter banter along the way. The focus then shifts to football, as Joe and Dave assess how far the Dolphins have fallen behind AFC rivals and why Miami still hasn't produced true stars through the draft. They break down why blockbuster QB trades involving Lamar Jackson or Joe Burrow are unrealistic, leading into a blunt evaluation of the Dolphins' post-Tua future and Quinn Ewers' solid showing, with Joe urging fans to “wake up” about Tua's limitations. The hour wraps with a look ahead to Miami vs. Ohio State, framing it as a pressure-free, high-stakes audition for Hurricanes players against a talent-loaded Buckeyes roster, and a reflection on how increased investment has helped turn the program around.

If you haven't listened to part one yet, STOP and go back one week and start with that episode. The best moment from each of our interviews from this year especially made just for you. These include Joe West, Harold Reynolds, Hall of Famers Chipper Jones and Billy Wagner, plus so many others. Make sure to let us know who you would like to join us in 2026 because we would love to have them on the air thanks to your suggestions. You can reach us at GreatGameOrWhat.com.  Visit GreatGameOrWhat.com to contact the show with your questions, quips and insights. Joy Pop Productions LLC Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bryce Harper is headed to the World Baseball Classic with Team USA — but should he? The WIP Afternoon Show breaks down the pros, cons, and concerns surrounding the Phillies star's decision in High Hopes Jackie Baseball Report.

A very nice 3-1 Sunday put host Matt Perrault up over 4 units for the last week. Matt looks to close out 2025 strong with more NFL bets plus 1 NBA play for the Monday episode of the Daily Juice presented by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brand new Pittsburgh Pirate Brandon Lowe joins the show to talk about hitting bombs, playing at PNC, pierogies, becoming teammates with Skenes, & more! -Brandon Lowe Interview -A's Extend Tyler Soderstrom (7-Years, $86M) -Pirates Sign Ryan O'Hearn -Andrew Heaney Retires -Fairbanks To Miami Use promo code “Jared” to get up to $1000 in bonus credits AND a special pick on Underdog! PLAY HERE: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/pc-d2PyPbHAPu This episode of Baseball Is Dead is sponsored by BetterHelp. BetterHelp makes it easy to get matched online with a qualified therapist. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/BASEBALL #ad 0:00 - RAISE IT 1:28 - A's Extend Sody 16:40 - Pirates Sign O'Hearn 27:55 - Reds Sign Bleday 34:24 - Fairbanks To Miami 38:05 - Heaney Retires 45:27 - Brandon Lowe 1:06:04 - Final Thoughts Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Dolphins pick up a win over the Buccaneers, and the conversation quickly turns to quarterback Quinn Ewers, who impressed in the victory. Joe discusses Miami's ongoing search for a long-term QB and why Ewers may have a real chance to be part of the solution, echoing Mike McDaniel's belief that Ewers gives the Dolphins their best chance to win right now. The segment also examines how Miami dug itself into an early-season hole and now faces a critical offseason with major decisions ahead. Joe emphasizes the importance of following the right process with McDaniel while questioning the organization's direction after benching Tua and firing the GM.

The segment previews the big Miami–Ohio State matchup, noting that Ohio State may be taking Miami lightly. The conversation then shifts to the final week of the NFL regular season, exploring which teams should rest starters and weighing the “rust vs. rest” debate. Joe highlights that it's been a long time since the Dolphins faced this type of decision, given they're rarely atop the conference

Joe and Hollywood take a look around a busy weekend of NFL as the playoff picture starts to take form. Joe also makes his picks for the final week of the regular season including some winner-take-all divisional matchups between the Bucs/Panthers and Steelers/Ravens.

Omar Kelly joins the show to break down the Dolphins' uncertain future, starting with Quinn Ewers' solid debut and why he's not convinced Ewers should be Miami's starter next season. The conversation turns to the pros and cons of a potential De'Von Achane extension and a broader look at the costly contracts that have hurt the Dolphins in recent years. Omar also shares insight into owner Stephen Ross' mindset regarding the coaching and GM search, while openly criticizing Mike McDaniel's struggles against good teams and in cold weather. The segment wraps with Omar's belief that Ross is done with Tua, skepticism about McDaniel returning, and a look at the unlikely idea of a Lamar Jackson trade

Hour 4 previews the Miami–Ohio State matchup, with Joe noting that Ohio State may be taking Miami lightly. The discussion then shifts to the final week of the NFL regular season, examining which teams should rest starters and debating the “rust vs. rest” dilemma—a situation the Dolphins rarely face. The hour also includes lighter segments, with Joe sharing what he's watching on Netflix, including comedy shows and Dave Chappelle's recent stand-up, and Jamie scoring Panthers tickets.

Hour 3 features Omar Kelly breaking down the Dolphins' uncertain future, including Quinn Ewers' promising debut and whether he should be the starter next season. The discussion covers De'Von Achane's potential contract extension, past costly contracts, and Mike McDaniel's struggles against good teams and in cold weather. Omar also weighs in on owner Stephen Ross' thinking regarding the coaching and GM search, his belief that Ross is done with Tua, and the unlikely possibility of a Lamar Jackson trade. The hour wraps with a lighter moment as Jamie debates whether to buy lower bowl or upper deck seats for his date at the Panthers game, with Joe weighing in.

Hour 2 dives into the Dolphins' uncertain future, with Joe discussing the need to hit the reset button and stressing the right order of decisions regarding the coach, GM, and quarterback. He predicts the Dolphins may have to cut Tua, highlights Quinn Ewers' exciting mobility, and questions Mike McDaniel's future in Miami. The hour also previews the big Canes–Ohio State matchup, spotlighting Carson Beck and the challenge of playing in such a high-stakes game. Finally, the segment wraps with an NFL whiparound taking a look around the league plus Joe's picks for this week.

Monday's show covers the Dolphins' uncertain future, including Quinn Ewers getting his first win, Tua's possible exit, and Mike McDaniel's status, while weighing owner Stephen Ross' thinking on coaching and GM decisions. College football takes center stage with a preview of the Canes' big matchup against Ohio State and the importance of a good performance from QB Carson Beck. Around the NFL, Joe recaps key games, playoff implications, and shares his weekly picks. The show also dives into the Panthers–Lightning rivalry, Zach Wilson's NFL crossroads, and Baker Mayfield's comments on Miami. Lighter moments round out the program with Netflix picks, Dave Chappelle's stand-up, and Jamie scoring Panthers tickets.

The Panthers–Lightning rivalry takes center stage as every matchup continues to feel like an all-out war, complete with penalties, fights, and genuine bad blood between two teams that clearly despise each other. The discussion then shifts to the Dolphins' win over the Buccaneers and what it says about where Miami stands right now. The segment wraps up with a look at Zach Wilson's uncertain future in the NFL, questioning whether he can carve out a long-term role as a backup—or if his career may be nearing a crossroads.

The segment opens with Baker Mayfield taking a shot at the Dolphins, suggesting they're only playing for incentives, and what that comment says about Miami's perception around the league. The conversation then moves Around the NFL, highlighting why the Texans' defense is becoming a serious problem for opponents and why the 49ers continue to be one of the best stories in football. Attention then shifts to the NHL with the Winter Classic officially coming to South Florida. The Canes are also in focus after a big win over Texas A&M, setting up a quarterfinal showdown with Ohio State on Wednesday amid trash talk from the Buckeyes. The segment wraps with a spotlight on Carson Beck, who has a massive opportunity to boost his NFL stock in a true audition game

The segment focuses on the Dolphins' uncertain future and the critical decisions looming this offseason. Joe stresses the importance of doing things in the right order when it comes to the head coach, GM, and quarterback, while predicting the Dolphins won't be able to trade Tua and may ultimately have to cut him. Quinn Ewers' mobility stands out as a refreshing contrast, highlighting limitations in Miami's current approach at QB. The discussion wraps with the belief that the Dolphins need to hit the reset button, leaving Mike McDaniel's future with the organization very much up in the air.

Hour 1 opens with Heat–Nuggets and Nikola Jokic's unbelievable production. The focus then turns to the Dolphins' win over the Buccaneers, where Quinn Ewers impressed and sparked a deeper conversation about Miami's quarterback future, Mike McDaniel's direction, and whether moving on from Tua makes sense. Joe examines how the Dolphins put themselves in an early-season hole and what this offseason could hold. The hour also features the intense Panthers–Lightning rivalry, questions about Zach Wilson's NFL future, Baker Mayfield's shot at Miami, an Around the NFL check-in, and a look ahead to the Canes' showdown with Ohio State and Carson Beck's NFL audition.

Position by position, where are the Royals better and/or worse on offense?Rany Jazayerli (Co-Founder Baseball Prospectus/@Jazayerli) and Soren Petro (Sports Radio 810-WHB, 810whb.com/@SorenPetro) break down each of the Royals positions around the diamond and discuss where they will be better or worse… - KC still in, on Austin Hayes.- What to learn from Ryan O'Hearn's deal w/Pittsburgh.- How much Carter Jensen improves Catcher?- Can the Royals be better on the infield?- Can't be worse in the Outfield, right?- Expectations for Jac Caglianone?- How the DH looks in '26.

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After a 2-3 Saturday, host Matt Perrault is back for week 17 of the NFL. Matt has 4 bets to give you today as he looks to continue his hot streak in the NFL. Find out the plays on the Sunday episode of the Daily Juice presented by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Segment 1 – Fantasy Questions of the NL West – Diamondbacks and RockiesArizona Diamondbacks1.Geraldo Perdomo broke out in a big way in 2025 with 20 home runs, 27 stolen bases, and a .290 batting average. The data suggests being wary of repeats in power and speed. What do you say?2.Jordan Lawlar – AB, HR, SB, and BA3.Are the Diamondbacks going to go to war with Alek Thomas in center field and Blaze Alexander in left field? If so, do you have any interest in either?4.I've got Brandon Pfaadt wrong, as I thought he would be more than a 5.25 ERA pitcher. Any hope, or should I just move on?5.How many waiver wire articles will Kevin Ginkle make this year? – Over/Under - 26.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Colorado Rockies1.Brenton Doyle – HR, SB, and BA for 2026a.He's going as the 37th outfielder off the board. We will look around to see if it's too high or too low.2.Kyle Karros (574), Zac Veen (494) and Adael Amador (590).a.According to RosterResource, they all will start the year with a job. Order them in how you would draft them. Do you have any real interest in any of them?3.Victor Vodnik has the Closer gig, I think. Uhh…you interested?4.How many wins do the Rockies get in 2026 – they were 43-119 in 20255.Give me a sleeper in the organization (minor or majors)Segment 2 – News and Notes1.The Athletics trade for Jeff McNeil, with the Mets receiving Yordan Rodriguez.a.a. The Mets pay 5.75 million of McNeil's contract, and it appears he will slot in at second base. Any interest? Would you have rather seen Darrel Hernaiz get some at-bats?b.b. Yordan Rodriguez is a young 17-year-old RHP with a fastball that can touch the mid-90s.2.The Marlins sign Pete Fairbanksa.The Marlins needed a closer and signed Fairbanks. I guess they think they can compete. What say you?3.The Pirates sign Ryan O'Hearna.The Pirates are continuing to get better, maybe marginally, but this feels like what the Royals did two years ago when they signed several mid-level Major Leaguers and did ok. Your thoughts?

Presented by StrangeBrew Coffeehouse and Cannon Ford of Starkville/Cannon Chevrolet GMC of West Point - Charlie and Bart look back at the top moments in 2025 for Baseball, Men's and Women's Basketball, and Football.

On this episode, Kyle (X:@Sonny_108/BS:@Sonny108) and Taylor (X/BS:@DynastyPickups) are joined by Prospects Live dynasty team member Lucas Morel (X:@theprospectprof), dynasty lead Greg Hoogkamp (X:@GregHoogkamp), and special guest James Anderson of Rotowire (X/BS:@RealJRAnderson) to cover the latest MLB news and all things FYPD. This includes a 30 player mock draft, as well as where to draft international players and which sleepers to target later in drafts.Topics Discussed:Prospects Live Updates - 2:46Injuries, Trades, and Signings - 4:42Where to Draft International and J15 Players - 26:55FYPD Mock Draft - 39:20Jojo Parker (TOR) LucasKade Anderson (SEA) TaylorSeth Hernandez (PIT) JamesEli Willits (WSH) GregAiva Arquette (MIA) KyleLiam Doyle (STL) KyleDax Kilby (NYY) GregJamie Arnold (ATH) JamesKyson Witherspoon (BOS) TaylorAndrew Fischer (MIL) LucasCharles Davalan (LAD) LucasEthan Conrad (CHC) TaylorTyler Bremner (LAA) JamesSteele Hall (CIN) GregEthan Holliday (COL) KyleGavin FIen (TEX) KyleXavier Neyens (HOU) GregGage Wood (PHI) JamesBilly Carlson (CHW) TaylorBrendan Summerhill (TB) LucasMitch Voit (NYM) LucasEthan Frey (HOU) TaylorIke Irish (BAL) JamesJace LaViolette (CLE) GregDevin Taylor (ATH) KyleJosh Hammond (KC) KyleKruz Schoolcraft (SD) GregSean Gamble (KC) JamesDaniel Pierce (TB) TaylorNick Becker (SEA) LucasOther Players Considered - 1:09:44Slater de BrunKayson CunninghamWehiwa AloyKane KepleyMason NevilleMarek HoustonLate Round Sleepers - 1:12:30Lucas: Zane Taylor (ATH/RHP)Taylor: Aidan West (LAD/SS)James: Blaine Bullard (TOR/OF)Greg:  Sam Horn (LAD/RHP)Kyle: James Quinn-Irons (TB/OF)Overall FYPD Strategy - 1:19:59Want to play against us in the inaugural season of the Dynasty Baseball Pickups listener league? Apply using this form by Jan 1st: https://forms.gle/bWkdH63c4wJ7isEm6 Send us an email to dynastybaseballpickups@gmail.com to have your question answered on a future episode of the podcast.

A 5-1 day was followed up by a 2-0 day for host Matt Perrault. Matt is focusing solely on the NFL today and has 5 bets for you on the latest episode of the Daily Juice presented by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The following players are discussed:1. Ethan Salas (C)2. Kruz Schoolcraft (LHP)3. Kash Mayfield (LHP)4. Ty Harvey (C)5. Jorge Quintana (SS)6. Tucker Musgrove (RHP)7. Bradgley Rodriguez (RHP)8. Miguel Mendez (RHP)9. Tirso Ornelas (OF)10. Victor Lizarraga (RHP)

Infinite Inning 357 Angels Up the Where? and Baseball True Love In a holiday mini-episode we talk about secular vs. religious holidays in America, the films of Powell and Pressburger, and the faith-based baseball comedy (in which it's the nuns who object most strongly to seeing a manifestation of the divine) “Angels in the Outfield” (1951). (Drum Roll Please.wav by Scheffler) The Infinite Inning is a journey to the past to understand the present using baseball as our time machine. America's brighter mirror, baseball reflects, anticipates, and even mocks the stories we tell ourselves about our world today. Baseball Prospectus's Steven Goldman shares his obsessions: history from inside and outside of the game, politics, stats, and Casey Stengel quotations. Along the way, we'll try to solve the puzzle that is the Infinite Inning: How do you find the joy in life when you can't get anybody out?

Former Major League Baseball pitcher, Steve Trachsel and Chef Jason Morse with help from pitmaster, Doug Scheiding, sling a heaping helping of baseball and barbecue talk on episode 323 Steve Trachsel was a Major League pitcher for 16 years.  Known primarily for his time with the Chicago Cubs and the New York Mets, he also played for the Tampa Bay Devil Rays, the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Baltimore Orioles.  He first joined us on episode 127 and then again on episode 143 during which he discussed a masterful gem he threw against the Boston Red Sox as he outdueled Pedro Martinez.  In this appearance we discuss the game he pitched on August 26, 2005 as he returned to the rotation after an injury and beat the San Francisco Giants 1-0.  The one run was supplied by David Wright's solo home run in the second inning.  Steve is a huge fan of barbecue and we are joined by Pitmaster, Doug Scheiding as all of us talk baseball and barbecue.  Chef Jason Morse aka Chef J had his first experience grilling and smoking meats when he was a Boy Scout.  His passion was further stoked during childhood visits to the Hawaiian island of Kauai, where his grandfather served in the U.S. Army, exposing him to a culture that honors fire-smoked cuisine.  As a teenager, Jason was frying up tortillas at a Mexican restaurant and honing his knife skills at a steakhouse in the suburbs of Minnesota.  Jason then pursued a culinary degree at Johnson & Wales University.  Chef J serves as Ace Hardware's national chef spokesperson and BBQ expert.  He also runs a culinary consulting business, 5280 Culinary.  He has led Colorado Proud campaign initiatives to promote the quality of locally produced meats and agriculture.  Chef J led a healthy cooking education program for nearly 70,000 Denver, Colorado kids. His service earned him an invite to help launch a White House initiative called the ‘Chefs Move to Schools‘ program, impacting millions of kids in their knowledge of nutritious cooking.  He is also the proud founder of Chef J's BBQ Provisions, a line of flavor-packed products that elevate his inventive BBQ recipes and can be found at Ace Hardware stores.  For more information on Chef Jason Morse go to https://chefjasonmorse.com/ We recommend you go to Rogue Cookers website, https://roguecookers.com/ for award-winning rubs, Chef Ray Sheehan's website, https://www.raysheehan.com/ for award-winning saucess, rubs, and cookbooks, Baseball BBQ, https://baseballbbq.com for special grilling tools and accessories, Magnechef https://magnechef.com/ for excellent and unique barbecue gloves, Cutting Edge Firewood High Quality Kiln Dried Firewood - Cutting Edge Firewood in Atlanta for high quality firewood and cooking wood, Mantis BBQ, https://mantisbbq.com/ to purchase their outstanding sauces with a portion of the proceeds being donated to the Kidney Project, and for exceptional sauces, Elda's Kitchen https://eldaskitchen.com/ We conclude the show with the song, Baseball Always Brings You Home from the musician, Dave Dresser and the poet, Shel Krakofsky. We truly appreciate our listeners and hope that all of you are staying safe. If you would like to contact the show, we would love to hear from you. Call the show:  (516) 855-8214 Email:  baseballandbbq@gmail.com Twitter:  @baseballandbbq Instagram:  baseballandbarbecue YouTube:  baseball and bbq Website:  https//baseballandbbq.weebly.com Facebook:  baseball and bbq     Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

For hard-core baseball folks, for anyone who cares for the future of the game, veteran baseball writer Jane Leavy compels attention with her provocative book, Make Me Commissioner: I Know What's Wrong With Baseball And How To Fix It (Grand Central, 2025). Our conversation focuses on her proposed solutions to the core problem of a sport in the destructive grip of a data-driven analytics mindset. For example, because the numbers crowd dictates that hitters should swing for the fences, they too often strike out, and home runs themselves, she says, have become boring. Her fix: wrap plexiglass around the outfield wall at every major-league ballpark, so that each wall is a uniform eighteen feet high. That way, teams will be forced to invest in speedy players able to hit lots of exciting doubles and triples. Leavy may not become commissioner, but out of her deep love for the game, and with edgy good humor, she is forcing an overdue scrutiny of what was once known as America's National Pastime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/new-books-network

Andrew Allegretta, Kevin Ingram and Jake Lyman replay their favorites moments of 2025. Listen back to great moments from football, baseball and basketball. Plus, hear commentary from the three voices of Vanderbilt Athletics. Commodore Hour is available Monday nights at 6pm on the Vanderbilt Sports Network from Learfield. Listen on 102.5 The Game and 94.9 The Fan in Nashville. Always streaming on the Vanderbilt Athletics app.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A special holiday crossover with The Bang-Bang Podcast! Van Jackson and Lyle Rubin are joined by the preeminent nuclear scholar Scott Sagan to discuss A House of Dynamite, the 2025 political thriller that imagines nuclear catastrophe not as spectacle or obvious madness, but as an orderly sequence of decisions made under crushing time pressure. Structured as interlocking vignettes rather than a single command-room drama, the film moves between the White House, STRATCOM, missile defense sites, continuity bunkers, and civilian spaces, sketching a system that largely works as designed and still produces annihilation.The film's opening establishes its governing logic. Inclination is flattening. Timelines shrink. Judgment collapses into procedure. “Nineteen minutes to impact.” “Sixteen minutes.” “Confirm impact.” Across locations, professionals do their jobs calmly while the meaning drains out of their actions. A senior officer tells a junior colleague to keep the cafeteria line moving. A staffer compiles names and Social Security numbers for the dead. Phones come out. Final calls are made. The end of the world arrives not with hysteria, but with etiquette.Much of the tension turns on probability. Missile defense is described as “hitting a bullet with a bullet.” Sixty-one percent becomes the moral threshold, a coin toss bought with billions of dollars. Baseball chatter at STRATCOM blends into DEFCON alerts. A Civil War reenactment at Gettysburg unfolds alongside real-time catastrophe, collapsing past and present forms of American mass death into a single frame.Scott is critical of the film's portrayal of nuclear command and control. He argues that its depiction of retaliatory decision-making is wrong, that no president would order nuclear strikes against loosely defined adversaries without firm attribution or confirmation, and that the film risks backfiring by encouraging faith in ever more elaborate missile defenses rather than disarmament. Lyle pushes back, questioning whether this confidence in institutional sanity is warranted, especially given the political moment. Either way, the film lands a disturbing insight. The danger is not wild irrationality, but systems that normalize impossible choices. Nuclear war here would not look like collapse. It would look like competence.Further ReadingScott's Wiki page“Just and Unjust Nuclear Deterrence” by ScottThe Limits of Safety: Organizations, Accidents, and Nuclear Weapons by Scott“Thinking and Moral Considerations” by Hannah ArendtReview of A House of Dynamite in Bulletin of Atomic Scientists by Scott and Shreya Lad“Peacecraft and the Nuclear Policy Dilemma” by Van“Fresh Hell: Unjust Nuclear Deterrence and Nuclear Testing” by Van

For hard-core baseball folks, for anyone who cares for the future of the game, veteran baseball writer Jane Leavy compels attention with her provocative book, Make Me Commissioner: I Know What's Wrong With Baseball And How To Fix It (Grand Central, 2025). Our conversation focuses on her proposed solutions to the core problem of a sport in the destructive grip of a data-driven analytics mindset. For example, because the numbers crowd dictates that hitters should swing for the fences, they too often strike out, and home runs themselves, she says, have become boring. Her fix: wrap plexiglass around the outfield wall at every major-league ballpark, so that each wall is a uniform eighteen feet high. That way, teams will be forced to invest in speedy players able to hit lots of exciting doubles and triples. Leavy may not become commissioner, but out of her deep love for the game, and with edgy good humor, she is forcing an overdue scrutiny of what was once known as America's National Pastime. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://newbooksnetwork.supportingcast.fm/sports

Junior college baseball is one of the most misunderstood paths in the game, and in this episode we talk all things JUCO baseball — what it's really like to coach at the JUCO level, why the environment develops players fast, and how it creates real opportunity for athletes chasing growth, scholarships, and second chances. From recruiting realities and player development to culture, accountability, and the daily grind of JUCO coaching, this conversation offers an honest look at why JUCO baseball continues to be a powerful launchpad for both players and coaches who are willing to work.

After adding Sonny Gray, Johan Oviedo, and Willson Contreras, the Red Sox still have holes they need to fill on their roster. Will Alex Bregman return, and if not could the team pivot to Bo Bichette? Will the Sox trade an outfielder? The Celtics have won four straight games, how good can they be this season?

2025 is almost over. Our PhD Committee reflects on the past year and can’t wait for the New Year. On January 21, 2026 the Dodgers’ luxury tax of $169 million dollars will be due. What lies ahead for the game we love?

Axel Goldmann (Just Baseball) und Tom Häberlein (SID) mit ihrem Rückblick auf die MLB-Saison 2025, in der die Pittsburgh Pirates zum Missfallen des Producers Jens Huiber exakt keine Rolle spielen.

The boys high school basketball game between the Xenia Buccaneers and the Stebbins Indians is now available on demand at no charge!

The Miami Valley League girls basketball game between the Xexia Buccaneers and the Stebbins Indians is now available on demand at no charge!

On this “Best Of” edition of ‘Will Cain Country,' Will sits down with Texas Rangers legend and 2010 AL MVP Josh Hamilton for a deep, emotional conversation about baseball, faith, and redemption. Josh reflects on his induction into the Rangers' Hall of Fame, some of the best and worst moments of his career, and his personal struggle with addiction. Subscribe to ‘Will Cain Country' on YouTube here: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Watch Will Cain Country!⁠⁠⁠ Follow ‘Will Cain Country' on X (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), Instagram (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), TikTok (⁠⁠⁠@willcainshow⁠⁠⁠), and Facebook (⁠⁠⁠@willcainnews⁠⁠⁠) Follow Will on X: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@WillCain⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

How about a 5-0 sweep on his NFL plays for host Matt Perrault? Now, he did miss his only NBA player prop but a 5-1 Thursday was exactly what Matt wanted for Christmas. Find out the plays for Friday on the latest episode of the Daily Juice presented by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

New @InThisLeaguePod Fantasy Football Podcast with @BogmanSports and @IsItTheWelshWeek 17 Fantasy Football Ranks

Merry Christmas everyone! It's a Christmas edition of the Daily Juice. Host Mat Perrault has a sleigh full of picks for you. It's the Daily Juice presented by Hard Rock Bet. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Nothing says Christmas Eve quite like baseball! We get you ready for a night of milk and cookies with three interviews from the past with some legendary baseball managers. First up, Stan Van Gundy joins us to talk to Joe Torre all the way back in 2006, before we speak to Joe Maddon and Jim Leyland. And yes, the Maddon interview did occur before Stugotz started ripping him. It also shows us just how far ahead of everyone else Maddon was in the new era of baseball. So sit back and grab a glass of hot cocoa because this is the perfect way to start your Christmas Eve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices