Podcast appearances and mentions of jessica smetana

"Rome says, 'Rack 'em'?" Tony is across the street at the new FIFA fan zone with all his fans as Jess joins the crew to discuss the Brendan Sorsby news and how it's uniting America, how she and Leeman are feeling about the Knicks and their "must-win game", and to introduce Dan to the wonder of Buc-ee's. Plus, Greg Cote loves himself some motels, but not as much as he loves him some him. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Fairness is a moral objective." Jessica gives us the on ramp to discuss the fall of CBS before we dive into the magic mystery of Bobby Valentine's fake mustache, the disrespect of the stolen catchphrase, and Leeman's Christmas-like feeling as the Knicks head to the Finals tonight. Plus, JuJu stops by to update the Polls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins to break down the latest arguments for and against expansion to a 24-team college football playoff, including some Mike Elko appreciation. Then (28:00) The Athletic's Sabreena Merchant joins to weigh in on the state of Niele Ivey's program, the greatness (and awards snubbing) of Hannah Hidalgo, checking in on some transfers, Irish in the WNBA and much more. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

He dug up Dianna Russini's playlist for Mike Vrabel. And Osama bin Laden's p*rn stash from the CIA. He even got a DM from Bill Belichick's girlfriend on the prowl. Now, David Covucci is shattering the illusion of coaches' power — and the unfathomable pastimes of the billionaire booster class — one embarrassing document bomb at a time. Pablo finds a kindred spirit... and Jessica Smetana makes history.• Subscribe to FOIAball Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"I've never seen the show." Jessica is here to get her update from Zas on his favorite show, Euphoria. She also has thoughts on the 24-team Playoff, DTF St. Louis, Sheep Detectives, and Stephen Colbert. Then, David is back to join Jeremy for an episode of the Pitch Clock where they break down the AL vs. NL, the ascent of the Phillies, and a resurgent pitcher. And Jeremy and Chris square off in trivia that goes down to the wire... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mega Memorial Day Weekend Episode. Jessica Smetana and the Spreadsheets & Tailgates newsletter's Michael Bryan join to take a look at what preseason win totals might mean for a long list of college football teams. Topics include but are not limited to: A new era in Happy Valley, Arizona State's international gauntlet, a potential nightmare November in Lincoln, SEC playoff teams adjusting to life with nine conference games, Dabo and Belichick, a fun team in the new Pac-12, old Notre Dame faces in new places and a whole lot more. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

On today's episode of Mystery Crate, we somehow went from discussing Matthew McConaughey's disgusting tuna recipe… to debating the greatest fictional houses ever… to fully tier-ranking LETTERS of the alphabet. Yes. Actual letters. Along the way: Chris Cote reveals a truly disturbing shower habit The crew debates whether “C” should even EXIST Rose passionately defends the letter “R” Q becomes the most controversial letter in the alphabet We discuss the best TV/movie homes of all time And somehow tuna, weddings, Spotify, Scooby-Doo, and crab cakes all make appearances This episode spirals immediately and never recovers.Featuring: Chris Cote, Jessica Smetana, Roy, Rose, Zaslow, Tony, Amin, and Dameshek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Bring out the maple syrup, cause nothing says love like warm and sticky." Jessica Smetana joins us to field some honeymoon tips from The Love Doctor, and it goes exactly where you think it would. The conversation heads into the current Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship that cannot find a place to dock, the fall of LIV Golf, and the plans for stars like Bryson DeChambeau once it folds, as well as whether Brad Williams could score a touchdown in an NFL game. We may also have come up with a great plan to decide which members of Meadowlark Media get the invite to Jess's wedding. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins to discuss some lessons learned and questions still pending after Blue-Gold weekend and the draft. Then (34:45) the Report Medical Team joins to discusss the second season of "The Pitt."   Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

"I've never seen the show!" Jessica is here to discuss Younghoe Koo's heroics, the NCAA Tournament expansion, and Mike Tomlin's explanation for leaving the Steelers before Zaslow asks about Euphoria, his new favorite show that he's never actually seen. Also, how should we handle the new Michael Jackson movie and the Hulk Hogan documentary? Dan's dog has some suggestions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Do you know what C. diff is, Dan?" Jessica is here to determine whether Todd Haley indeed twerked after a UFL win, and to tell us about a parachuter who crashed into the Virginia Tech Jumbotron, how the Cavaliers accidentally made their playoff slogan a reference to diarrhea, and a FIU story that is very different from the one Tony thought she was bringing up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"No, I'd like to hear Tony explain it." Jessica is here to let us know that, despite Greg's wishes for everything to cost what it did in the 90s, the World Cup may price all of us out. She's also informationmaxxing about why Guy Fieri apologized for something that happened at the UFC event in Miami, who has the best free restaurant bread, and the origins of Clavicular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You see that? Willow's responding to the dog whistle." Jessica is here to not only witness Greg's attempt to break a tennis racket, but also to explain why the Atlanta Dream pulled off a heist, how his latest outburst will affect Geno Auriemma's legacy, and why Jeremy was (sort of) right. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Stugotz & Company give you their best players to never win a championship on Mount Rushmore Monday, Jessica Smetana joins the show, and the Dodgers bully an 81-year old fan! #stugotzSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"...a no-talent, dirty, rotten player!" Jess stops by to walk us through the Women's Final Four matchups, Director's Cuts, Tiger Woods' call to 'The President,' and the latest on the drama over Reese's Peanut Butter Cups. We also listen to some brilliant new sound from Steve Holman, the man who brought you 'The Heat are resorting to thuggery.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"For the fans of high school basketball in the mid-20th century in Indiana..." Jess stops by to inform the crew about the NCAA Women's Tournament, break down the Will Wade hire by LSU, explain why Syracuse's coach is angry about the repetitive nature of her team's bracket placement, and to teach Zaslow who Chappell Roan is. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins to discuss how a Hannah Hidalgo all-time masterclass performance powered Niele Ivey's Fighting Irish into the Elite Eight. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

Jessica Smetana and Paul Coletti of the Irish Alert newsletter join to break down the Fighting Irish going into Columbus and coming out with a ticket to the Sweet Sixteen. Niele Ivey's steady hand, the greatness of Hannah Hidalgo, a complete team effort and the challenges posed by Vanderbilt, plus a little bit of Conference Brain. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

"I kinda wish David Samson was here..." Did Maxx Crosby get hurt because he had long legs on a drive? Is Zas brave for his March Madness picks? What's the deal with WNBA collective bargaining? Why does Jess wish David were here? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins to take an updated look at where Notre Dame players could go in next month's NFL Draft following the start of free agency and to do some light bracketology. Then (25:00) our friend Priya Desai joins for a draft of all ten Best Picture nominees.   Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

"No, it's not wrong." Jessica joins the show to discuss Timothée Chalamet stepping in it, the ACC Tournament, and A'ja Wilson's boyfriend. Then, Jemele stops by to lend her expert opinion on the Magic City controversy, as someone who, admittedly, has spent a lot of her money there. And both of them help Dan settle on which songs belong in the "oldies" category. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I'm 58. I look pretty good. I feel even better." Jessica is here to discuss the highlights of Nostalgia Night for the NBA on NBC, the St. Louis Cardinals' bottomless food ticket, the U.S. Hockey team's appearance on SNL, and why she yearns for blogs. Plus, Dan makes up an absurd story about cooling himself down with a head of lettuce. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"It's a little slutty, but I think it works." After the worst loss in Notre Dame Men's Basketball history, Jess is here to talk curling drama, the excellence of Alysa Liu, sweaters, and how she'd fare in the NFL combine if competing against our crew. But hopefully she won't have to talk about Punch the Monkey or Clavicular. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins the show as the Olympics concluded this weekend to recap her highlights from the games. USA hockey sweeps Olympic gold medals for the first time as the United States men's and women's teams beat Canada. The crew discusses with Jess about the Chicago Bears' potential move to Indiana. And finally, Stugotz delivers his "We Can" Observations. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"Are you an expert, Jessica, in the cross-c****..." We're talkin' chocolate vs. candy as a scandal has rocked the world of snack consumers everywhere: Reese's (Reesies?) Peanut Butter Cups are a lie. Then, Adnan Virk joins The Pitch Clock as we traverse the first week of Spring Training, and Jeremy and Chris compete in the first edition of "Jeopardy!: Pitch Clock Edition." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"They f'ed up their twizzles." Jessica is here to talk about the Winter Olympics and her search for a little bit of thigh. Plus, this James Harden thing may work out in Cleveland, huh? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins for a supersized episode. First, we run through the news on Aaron Henry and Brian Jean-Mary reportedly being added to the Fighting Irish staff, Notre Dame's relationship with the ACC and a College Football Playoff schedule that has somehow gotten worse. Then (25:45) a pivot to discussing every single new head coaching hire in FBS, starting with the Big Ten and ending with UConn. Included: Questions for Sparty, strange goings-on at Utah, some fun moves by the Big XII, the SEC raiding the AAC, "The Americans," a few small morning beers, Stanford's curious hire, MAC scandals and high hopes for the new faces in the new Pac-12. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport  

"The last 6 days have just been non-stop people telling me how happy they are for me, and I don't like it, Dan." Jessica got engaged, and even though she should be feeling blissful, she's mostly furious about her friends and family lying to her for weeks. Get ready for a bizarre South Beach Session. Plus, SOUND THE ALARMS. GIANNIS IS READY FOR A NEW HOME. GET THE HARPOONS READY. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"IT'S ALL THE MAN HAVING HIS WAY WITH YOU ONCE AGAIN!" Jorge Sedano provides an update on Dan's assholery at the valet, Jess is here to share her experience watching Miami lose the National Championship game, and then an all-out brawl breaks out over the taste of zero-sugar soda and what soap is supposed to do. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins to lay out our list analyzing, projecting and recommending the trends for the new year now that the national championship game is officially behind us. Topics include: What to make of Indiana winning the title, Notre Dame's different approach the portal, the playoff snub, being a hater, Don Draper Days, algorithms, beans and much more. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

Jessica Smetana joins to break down all the topics Marcus Freeman hit at his Jan. 14 press conference, including the fradulent accusations against him, the NFL's interest in him, transfer portal additions, the USC rivalry and much more. Sign up for the newsletter and/or browse the merch here: https://linktr.ee/rakesreport

"Are you in a good mood right now? Are you capable of seeing something that might upset you?" Greg Cote has brought in artifacts from his garage, and Zaslow is questioning Rich Paul's Lakers takes, but everything has to stop because HOLY **** GINO TORRETTA HAS US FIRED UP. Then, Jessica isn't sleeping on Mike Tomlin stepping down, and thank goodness she's not because she's a horrifyingly loud snorer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Let's watch a guy get kicked in the nuts." A drunk Jessica Smetana is here to celebrate her never-losing, always-winning Pittsburgh Steelers and a championship football game that, somehow, no one else on the show watched. Also, Zaslow won't fall for LeBron's tricks, and Greg and Jeremy make equally old references. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"When you're so effective at not giving us the tears, we're gonna search for it where we can." "Where's Jess?" you ask. "Where's Jessica's tears?" you question. Well, she's here, and she's not hiding from anything... except for seemingly everyone because of her Mabel-from-Only-Murders-In-The-Building costume. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Let'ssssss seeeeee heeerrreeee..." Dan and Mike try to get Jess to admit she's scared for her Notre Dame Fighting Irish, Penn State continues to Crumbl at the seams, and a deep dive into the latest "who-done-it." Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You need to be diagnosed with a malady." Jessica has aa Top 5 where her OLI should really be her Top 5, but at least SHE isn't mailing it in today. We get to rivalry week, some AFC crap talk, and a very sensual Eddie George. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"If you have to give the person an ultimatum, you should just break up." Jessica joins the show to weigh in on the Notre Dame and Miami CFP discussion, as well as Lane Kiffin's denial that he has been given an ultimatum by Ole Miss. Then we enter Zaslow's courtroom as he rules on whether Dan's question yesterday was meant for him or Amin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jessica Smetana joins the show! Jess saw a Broadway play that she thinks Stugotz might like. She's out on turkey this Thanksgiving, and that got us thinking who wins in a seven-game series... an average steak or a great turkey? Then, we get to "We Can" Observations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jessica Smetana joins the show! Jess saw a Broadway play that she thinks Stugotz might like. She's out on turkey this Thanksgiving, and that got us thinking who wins in a seven-game series... an average steak or a great turkey? Then, we get to "We Can" Observations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Crazy to think we're already 11 Weeks into the NFL season. It's gone so fast. And now, the pressure builds for every game. (Unless you're Cleveland). That's why we have former NFL Defensive Lineman Gerald McCoy joining the show to give his picks for the Top Five NFL Games of Week 11. Then our podcast friend Jessica Smetana drops in to chat Notre Dame football ahead of the big game against Pitt. Dave Dameshek and the gang got a huge episode ahead to help you make sense of the weekend on this episode of Football America! (Photo by Nam Y. Huh/AP) Timestamps: (00:00) Too Much to Talk About. Start the Show! (00:00) Best College Triplets with Jessica Smetana (00:00) Top Five Week 11 Games with Former NFL Lineman Defensive Tackle Gerald McCoy 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 Jessica Smetana: https://x.com/jessica_smetana Gerald McCoy: https://x.com/Geraldini93 Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Gerald McCoy, Jessica Smetana 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

"Just 'cause you yell does not make it right." Jessica is here to talk college football, but she's more interested in The Chair Company. Channing Frye is here to talk NBA, but he's more interested in Kevin Love's charcuterie boards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"It can't be a grower." The rats don't run New York City, but they might run Miami. Jessica is here to weigh in on the College Football Playoff rankings and help the crew determine how far this Chris Cote punishment needs to go. Zas also introduces a new game: "YOU KNOW 'BOUT THAT?" 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

Brady Quinn joins Stugotz and Jessica Smetana to talk college football. Will Lincoln Riley's legacy at USC be ending the Notre Dame rivalry? What is like having AJ Hawk as your brother-in-law? What quarterbacks have impressed Brady the most this season? And finally, a game of Contender or Pretender on if teams can win titles this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Brady Quinn joins Stugotz and Jessica Smetana to talk college football. Will Lincoln Riley's legacy at USC be ending the Notre Dame rivalry? What is like having AJ Hawk as your brother-in-law? What quarterbacks have impressed Brady the most this season? And finally, a game of Contender or Pretender on if teams can win titles this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/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

"I mean, politics, public talk, it might not be that much different, you know?" Jessica is here ahead of taking Zas on a tour of Notre Dame's campus to discuss tortillas, pocket knives, a blue-collar jacket, and to quiz Dan on the UAB interim head coach. Maxwell Frost joins the show amid chaos to share information about the government shutdown, the Epstein investigation, ICE, and to BET! THE! HOUSE! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Even though some of us respect the Jets, we are still one country." 1986 Giants Football High School Football Player of the Year Cory Booker joins the show to discuss the turf at MetLife, the Top 5 Most Successful Stanford QBs, and the Nets leaving New Jersey, and I guess we can get to the government shutdown, companies bending to the President's will, and the impending healthcare crisis. But first, Jessica's here to talk Arch Manning stock and Lucy's favorite movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"We passed Tati's llamas." Jess is here to discuss some huge news in the WNBA regarding Napheesa Collier and Commissioner Cathy Engelbert AND to touch on some key College Football storylines including her September Heisman on October 1. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I save my beef until like Week 10, and then I get really beefy." Jess joins us to discuss some of the headlines around college football heading into Week 5, including Mike Gundy's firing and John Mateer's injury. Plus, Tony has a massive scheduling conflict that could get in the way of the Witching Hour, Chris is becoming everything he ever made fun of, and Dan has a brutal Ashton Jeanty stat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices