Podcasts about QOTD

In The Loop opens the show after Game 1 for the Astros, and it feels like Astros fans might be bothered by the wrong things. What should the real takeaway be from the opener, and where should the frustration actually be directed? Then the attention shifts to the Texans and a potential injury to Azeez Al-Shaair. With everything already going wrong for Houston, where would losing Azeez rank among the biggest problems facing this team right now? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's an immediate sports turnoff?

What's something that can immediately turn you off from a sport, team, game or sporting event? It could be the style of play, a rule, the fans, the broadcast or anything else.

In The Loop opens the show with the Astros and a three-game series. Usually, that's exactly what you'd want — a short series where anything can happen — but is that actually an advantage for this Astros team? Then the conversation shifts back to the Texans after DeMeco Ryans said the offense needs to execute better and maybe make some tweaks. But what do the numbers actually tell us about what's wrong with this offense? Is this really something that can be fixed with better execution and a few adjustments, or is there something bigger going on? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: Why is this happening to the Texans? What did we do to deserve this? Is this payback for something?

Why is all of this happening to the Texans? After everything Houston football fans have already been through, ITL asks whether this is somehow payback. What did we do to deserve this?

In The Loop opens Reaction Monday asking what DeMeco Ryans does next after another frustrating Texans performance. At this point, if DeMeco sees the same problems and doesn't make some kind of change, is he becoming complicit in what's going wrong? The guys discuss what responsibility falls on the head coach and whether continuing down the same path is still acceptable. Then ITL asks whether yesterday's game against the Colts was DeMeco's worst performance as a head coach. The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's something you weren't sure about at first but eventually came around to?

What's something you weren't completely sold on at first but eventually changed your mind about? It could be food, music, technology, a TV show, a person, or anything else.

In The Loop opens the show after an absolute “are you kidding me” kind of night for the Astros. Whatever you thought about this team before, are you entertained now? More importantly, are you invested in seeing how this thing ends? Then the attention shifts back to the Texans, where the walls may already be starting to close in on Nick Caley. With the offense struggling and the pressure continuing to build, could Sunday against the Colts already represent an early-season crossroads for the Texans offensive coordinator? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's the unlikeliest “are you kidding me” thing you've ever seen — sports or otherwise?

Sports or otherwise, what's the most unlikely thing you've ever witnessed that left you wondering how in the world that just happened?

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In The Loop opens the show with a different conversation surrounding C.J. Stroud. With everything going on around the Texans offense, is Stroud suddenly becoming the most sympathetic figure in the building? Even if you're not ready to go that far, are you at least starting to understand what he's dealing with and why things have looked the way they have? Then the guys turn their attention to the Astros. There's no need to play the blame game after yesterday's loss, but there's no denying it made the road to winning the AL West tougher. What does the loss mean for Houston as the regular season winds down? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's the biggest flex you have — or ever had?

Maybe it's somebody famous you know, somewhere you've been, something you own or just an accomplishment you'll bring up whenever you get the chance. What's your biggest flex?

In The Loop opens the show turning the attention to the Texans defense. There's been plenty of conjecture about what has affected a unit that entered the season with huge expectations, so what's really behind it? Is it personnel, scheme, injuries, the offense putting added pressure on the defense, or something else entirely? Then the guys get into former NFL defensive lineman Chris Long's assessment of Texans offensive coordinator Nick Caley, and Long was not impressed with what he saw from Houston's offense. What stood out about his criticism, and how much of it matches what we've seen through the first two weeks? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's your biggest time-sink or rabbit hole?

What's the one thing you start doing for a few minutes and suddenly realize you've lost an hour — or more? ITL asks listeners about the rabbit holes that completely destroy their sense of time.

In the first hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, the guys bring up the question of the day: What is the worst sunburn you have ever had? The guys discuss the upcoming SEC Football matchups and the trouble that Lane Kiffin and LSU have found themselves in with an early season loss. The guys preview the Texas vs Tennessee matchup at Neyland Stadium this weekend. 

In The Loop opens the show looking back at DeMeco Ryans' Monday press conference and asks whether the Texans head coach may have actually given an answer to the team's real problem without directly answering it. What did DeMeco say that could tell us more about what's really going wrong with this team? Then the guys turn their attention to the struggling Texans rushing attack and ask whether simply being ineffective or unsuccessful on the ground is enough reason to abandon the run. Should Houston keep trying to establish it even when it isn't working, or is it time to find another way offensively? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's an excuse that works every time?

Everybody has that one excuse that can get them out of almost anything. ITL asks listeners for the excuse that seems to work every single time.

In today's episode of Backpacker Radio presented by The Trek, brought to you by onX Backcountry and LMNT, we are joined by Michael "Broadway" Grant, a world traveler who has visited 56 countries, cycled across America, and is currently daily-vlogging his way through the PCT. In this one, Broadway dives into getting bitten in the face by a six-pound chihuahua while hitching a ride to PCT Trail Days, his terrifying pitch-black 11:00 PM alpine start up Mount Whitney's snow chutes, and his infamous "Day 50" meltdown in the Sierra, where he melted a carbon trekking pole, burned holes through his sleeping bag, found two more in his tent, and sobbed on camera. We also cover his epic Yosemite side quest featuring last-minute Half Dome permits and hot-tubbing with a park employee, how losing his mother to brain cancer shaped his reasons for being out here, and his hot takes on why catholes beat toilets and why ultralight gear isn't a requirement for thriving on trail. We wrap the show with Pegleg's tips for covering bigger miles and a shout-out to Trek blogger Brock "Dubs" Miller finishing on Katahdin, a Question of the Day on the absolute worst things we've ever smelled, a Triple Crown of the most annoyed professions in existence, and we give news on a new job opening at The Trek. OnX Backcountry: Use code "TREK70" for 70% off at onxmaps.com LMNT: Get a free sample pack with any order at drinklmnt.com/trek. Gossamer Gear: Use code "BPR10" for 10% off shelters at gossamergear.com.  Hyperlite Mountain Gear: Use code "BPRADIO15" for 15% off at hyperlitemountaingear.com 57 Hours: Use code "TREK100" for $100 off your booking at 57hours.com [divider] Interview with Michael "Broadway" Grant Michael's Instagram Michael's Trek Author page Time stamps & Questions 00:06:55 - Reminders: Apply to vlog or blog for the Trek, take the 2026 AT Thru-Hiker survey, listen to our episodes ad-free on Patreon! 00:13:04 - Introducing Broadway 00:16:45 - How has working through your thru-hike impacted the experience? 00:17:54 - Tell us about getting bitten in the face by a chihuahua 00:22:14 - Tell us about quitting your job to travel the world for 13 months 00:25:58 - Discussion about the Camino de Santiago and West Highland Way 00:30:13 - How did you get into long distance cycling across America? 00:32:10 - Fuck, marry, kill: thru-hiking, cycling, and adventure travel 00:34:59 - Tell us about the start of your PCT thru-hike 00:38:48 - What's it been like growing your following on Instagram? 00:43:46 - Discussion about Gen Z lingo and gay lingo 00:48:45 - What has it been like being a gay man on the PCT? 00:51:21 - Tell us about your epic Yosemite side quest 00:55:19 - Discussion about masculinity and thru-hiking culture 00:57:47 - How has the PCT given you more time to reflect than other adventures? 01:02:47 - When did grief turn into motivation? 01:06:53 - Discussion about Cheryl Strayed's Wild as inspiration 01:10:01 - Tell us about your terrifying Mount Whitney sunrise side quest 01:14:00 - Tell us about gear you've been loving 01:21:08 - Tell us about your infamous day 50 meltdown in the Sierra 01:28:38 - Discussion about sun hoodies 01:30:00 - Tell us your poop story 01:32:47 - What's been the best 3 day stretch of trail for you? 01:36:19 - Have you met other gay hikers on trail? 01:41:00 - What advice would you offer someone who wants to follow in your footsteps? 01:43:00 - Stay Salty Question: What's your hottest take in the world of backpacking? Segments Trek Propaganda:  I Hiked 27.5 Miles Every Day for a Year: Here's Everything I Did To Thru-Hike Faster by Peg Leg Day 154 – This is Where I Leave You by Brock "Dubs" Miller Apply to be a Trek social media intern QOTD: What is the worst thing you've ever smelled? Triple Crown of the most annoyed professions Mail Bag 5 Star Review [divider] Check out our sound guy @my_boy_pauly/ and his coffee. Sign up for the Trek's newsletter Leave us a voicemail! Subscribe to this podcast on iTunes (and please leave us a review)!  Find us on Spotify, Stitcher, and Google Play. Support us on Patreon to get bonus content. Advertise on Backpacker Radio Follow The Trek, Chaunce, Badger, and Trail Correspondents on Instagram. Follow Backpacker Radio, The Trek and Chaunce on YouTube. Follow Backpacker Radio on Tik Tok.  Our theme song is Walking Slow by Animal Years. A super big thank you to our Bob Peoples Award winner(s) from Patreon: Alex and Misty with NavigatorsCrafting, Alex Go Bills, Austen McDaniel, Bill Jensen, Bret Mullins aka TakeOff, Bryan Alsop, Carl Lobstah Houde, Christopher Marshburn, Coach from Marion Outdoors, Eric Casper, Erik Hofmann, Ethan Harwell, Gillian Daniels, Greg Knight, Greg Martin, Griffin Haywood, Hailey Buckingham, Jackson Storm, JaredNotFromSubway, Jason Kiser, Jason "I Miss Chaunce" Snailer, Luke Netjes, Matty in AZ, Nathan, Patrick Cianciolo, Randy Sutherland, Rebecca Brave, Rural Juror, Sawyer Products, Thirteen Adventures, Timothy Hahn, Tracy 'Trigger' Fawns A big thank you to our Cinnamon Connection Champions from Patreon: Bells, Benjy Lowry, Bonnie Ack, Brett Vandiver, Chris Pyle, David Neal, Dcnerdlet, Denise Krekeler, Jack Greene, Jacob Cheely, Jeanie, Jeanne Latshaw, Lucas Hamilton, Merle Watkins, Peter, Ruth S, Salt Stain, and Tyler Powers.

In The Loop opens Reaction Monday after the Texans fall to the Cincinnati Bengals 20-6 and drop to 0-2 for the third time in four seasons under DeMeco Ryans. Houston moved the ball but couldn't finish, going 0-for-4 in the red zone and 0-for-4 on fourth down, while the running backs combined for only 18 yards. So when it comes to the offense, which Nick deserves more of the blame: GM Nick Caserio or OC Nick Caley? John Lopez believes the offensive problems ultimately fall on Caserio and the roster he constructed. The guys also ask whether this year's 0-2 start feels worse than the previous slow starts under DeMeco Ryans, despite Houston recovering to make the playoffs after both of those seasons. The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's something you believe is going to be different but never is?

Whether it's sports, work, relationships or everyday life, ITL asks listeners about the things they keep convincing themselves will finally change — only for them to stay exactly the same.

In The Loop opens the show reacting to the Bills' 41-31 win over the Lions on Thursday night, as Josh Allen accounted for five touchdowns and Buffalo improved to 2-0. After watching Buffalo put up 41 points a week after scoring 36 against Houston, does that performance make you feel better or worse about the Texans' Week 1 loss? Then the guys turn their attention to C.J. Stroud and what they expect from him Sunday against Cincinnati. After a week filled with conversation about his play and body language, will Stroud come out with a little extra fire and have something to prove? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What's the most volatile environment you've ever been in?

ITL asks listeners to think back to the most unpredictable, tense or chaotic environment they've ever found themselves in.

Happy Thursday! Brandon Beam is in with Austin Ward for this edition of the Buckeye Show. It is time to move on from the loss to Texas. Jake Diebler got his first commit of the 2027 class in Deng Ngor, and we dive into the commitment with Birm. Joshua Perry joins the show to give his thoughts on Ohio State right now. Three Thoughts Thursday on what we hope to see from the Offensive Line on Saturday. What we are looking forward to in Week 3 in the College Football Pulse. The General Bobby Carpenter chats with the guys ahead of Saturday's game. Austin's QOTD on what is his biggest question about Ohio State moving forward. #Buckeyes and more!

In The Loop opens the show with a potentially big concern for the Texans as Nico Collins deals with a hamstring injury that could put his status for Sunday's game in question. What would Houston's passing game look like without its No. 1 receiver, and who would need to step up if Collins can't go? Then the guys turn to the Astros, who lost to the Royals last night and now find themselves tied with the Rangers in the AL West, adding even more pressure to the stretch run. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's something people say that's an immediate eyeroll?

Everybody has those phrases that make them roll their eyes the second they hear them. ITL asks listeners which sayings immediately get that reaction.

Inspired by the C.J. Stroud conversation, ITL asks listeners about the little body-language habits that immediately get under their skin.

In The Loop opens the show reacting to Andre Johnson's comments about C.J. Stroud's body language during his appearance on Lil Keke's LGND TLK podcast. The Texans legend said Stroud's body language is something that bothers him because of the way a quarterback's demeanor can affect the rest of the team. Then the guys turn to the Astros. Everybody knows this team has flaws, but after Jeremy Peña homered twice and Yordan Alvarez went deep in a 4-2 win over Kansas City to keep Houston atop the AL West, are the Astros actually becoming more dangerous as October approaches? The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: What are some body-language things that irritate you?

Chase & Big Joe show was live from Haley Vet Practice, and they shared their question of the day. How much longer can you believe in Cam Ward being the Titans QB? Question of the Day: How much longer can you believe in Cam Ward being the Titans QB? They answered some phones about the question of the day. L'Jarius Sneed looked really, really good last night on Monday Night Football. Why did it not work with the Titans? ESPN NFL Analyst Tim Hasselbeck joined the show to discuss the Titans' loss. He also spoke about his running back at Ensworth, who won the Prep Football Talk Player of the Week award. Later in the conversation, the Vanderbilt Commodores decided to start Jared Curtis. The hosts briefly discussed Arch Manning's apology to Holly Rowe for making an inappropriate comment during an AI video. In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe show, the guys delved back into their QOTD segment and discussed the necessary changes for the Titans franchise. They expressed their curiosity about whether Robert Saleh has experienced a “Tea Time with Amy” moment yet. Additionally, Matte Haley from Haley Veterinary Practice joined the show. The segment also featured celebrity birthdays and a fun game called “What Day Is It?”

In the final hour of the Chase & Big Joe show, the guys delved back into their QOTD segment and discussed the necessary changes for the Titans franchise. They expressed their curiosity about whether Robert Saleh has experienced a “Tea Time with Amy” moment yet. Additionally, Matte Haley from Haley Veterinary Practice joined the show. The segment also featured celebrity birthdays and a fun game called “What Day Is It?"

Some of the best things in life aren't exciting at all. ITL asks listeners what they consider boring—but still really good.

In The Loop takes a step back now that Week 1 is officially in the books and gives its first impressions of the AFC. Which teams already look like legitimate contenders, which ones raised some questions, and where do the Texans fit into the AFC picture after their 36-31 loss to Buffalo? Then the guys turn their attention to Henry To'oTo'o potentially missing time and discuss how concerned they are about the Texans' linebacker situation. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's something that's boring but good?

In The Loop opens Reaction Monday after the Texans fall to the Buffalo Bills 36-31 in Week 1. Reggie and John react to the defensive struggles and what went wrong for a unit expected to be one of Houston's biggest strengths. There were encouraging signs offensively, though, and Lopez believes C.J. Stroud looks completely bought into Nick Caley's offense. The hour wraps with the Question of the Day: Who from the Texans game do you need to apologize to?

After finally seeing the Texans play a real game, ITL asks listeners which player, coach, or position group proved them wrong and deserves an apology.

ITL asks listeners about the trip they were excited for that ended up being a major disappointment.

In The Loop kicks off the show asking what has you most excited about the Texans' Week 1 showdown with the Buffalo Bills. What matchup, player or storyline are you most looking forward to seeing when Houston finally takes the field? Then the guys react to Texans OC Nick Caley's media availability, including what he had to say about Kayshon Boutte and Jaylin Noel and how the two receivers could fit into Houston's offense. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's the biggest letdown you've ever had on a trip or vacation?

Chase and Big Joe open the show by recapping last night's NFL season opener as the Seattle Seahawks beat the New England Patriots 13-10 in a Super Bowl 60 rematch. Then, the guys ask the Question of the Day: Would you ever go to Australia? They wrap the hour by picking every Week 2 SEC college football game. 

From falling and being chased to showing up somewhere completely unprepared, ITL asks listeners about the nightmare that somehow keeps coming back.

In The Loop kicks off the show reacting to last night's NFL season opener between the Seahawks and Patriots, where Seattle rallied from a 10-point deficit to beat New England 13-10. The crew gets into what stood out from the first game of the season, including Seattle finding a way to win despite losing Sam Darnold early and Drake Maye throwing three fourth-quarter interceptions. Then John Lopez attempts to put together his list of the 25 greatest Texans players of all time, which leads to plenty of debate about who belongs, who doesn't and where everyone should rank. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's a recurring nightmare you have?

In The Loop kicks off the show discussing Baker Mayfield's new deal and what it could mean for the Texans' negotiations with C.J. Stroud. Does Mayfield getting paid put more pressure on Houston to get an eleventh-hour deal done, or does it give Stroud even more motivation to stand pat and bet on himself? The conversation continues with a bigger question about what type of quarterback C.J. Stroud really is right now and what that level of quarterback should be paid. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's something old school you still do?

From carrying cash and writing things down on paper to watching regular TV and making actual phone calls, ITL asks listeners what old-school habit they refuse to give up.

The crew and listeners share the strangest, most random, unusual, or downright weird jobs they've ever had.

In The Loop kicks off the show with John Lopez, Figgy and Shaun Bijani filling in for Reggie, reacting to the Astros taking three of four from the White Sox, capped off by a 6-2 win Thursday afternoon. The guys discuss what stood out from the series and what it means for Houston as the season rolls on. Then ITL reacts to Nick Wright saying the Jaguars have “far and away” the best quarterback in the AFC South. With the Texans possessing an elite defense, the guys ask whether C.J. Stroud simply being “good” is enough for Houston to reach its goals this season. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's the weirdest job you've ever had?

In The Loop is broadcasting LIVE from Rally House with John Lopez and Shaun Bijani filling in for Reggie Adetula. The guys kick things off with plenty to discuss, including the Rockets getting a contract extension done with Amen Thompson and what the deal means for Houston moving forward. ITL then turns to the Astros, reacting to last night's win over the White Sox and what stood out from the victory. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's something you regretted getting?

ITL asks the crew and listeners to think about that purchase, possession, relationship, decision or anything else they thought they wanted — only to regret it once they actually got it.

What's something you use or do all the time that you could completely live without for the next five years?

In The Loop starts the show with some carryover from crosstalk with Payne & Pendergast, debating which personalities at 95.7 The Fan would actually survive in prison. From there, ITL weighs in on what Texans GM Nick Caserio had to say during his interview with P&P and what stood out about his comments heading into the season. The conversation then shifts to the Astros, as the guys give their biggest takeaways from last night's loss and what it says about the team right now. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's something you use or do a lot, but could do without for five years?

Chase & Big Joe's show kicked off the Titans' 53-man roster announcement, with Big Joe rejoicing after his rant about the red light. The wait time has been reduced to just 11 seconds. The question of the day is: who is your favorite all-time college football player? The show continues with the QOTD: Favorite all-time college football player? Tim and Eric are on the phones. Big Joe has answered more calls about the QOTD. Vandy Clay and James from Ashland City also called in. Listen to hear more.

Chase & Big Joe's show kicked off the Titans' 53-man roster announcement, with Big Joe rejoicing after his rant about the red light. The wait time has been reduced to just 11 seconds. The question of the day is: who is your favorite all-time college football player? The show continues with the QOTD: Favorite all-time college football player? Tim and Eric are on the phones. Big Joe has answered more calls about the QOTD. Vandy Clay and James from Ashland City have also called in. In the second hour of the Chase & Big Joe Show, ESPN's Tim Hasselbeck joined the show to share his thoughts on the Titans' 53-man roster selection and cuts. He was also asked to participate in the Question of the Day segment, along with other NFL personalities. The show discussed the reactions from around the league regarding the Titans' roster decisions, particularly concerning certain players. The conversation also touched upon the question of whether football fans are disappointed that Diego Pavia is not on the roster. The show paid tribute to the late great Jimmy Buffett, who passed away three years ago. In the final hour, Chase and Big Joe delved into the topic of dysfunctional football organizations, specifically highlighting the Titans as one of those franchises. This discussion was sparked by the team's decision to revoke Jared's credentials. The conversation continued, and Chase answered a call from Dustin in Hopkinsville, Kentucky. They also discussed Steve Kronke's recent purchase of the LA Angels and pondered whether he holds the title of the most successful sports owner of all time. The discussion shifted to Steve Kronke's achievements in sports ownership and the hypothetical scenario of Chase winning the lottery and purchasing a sports team. The hour concluded with a segment dedicated to celebrity birthdays and the question of “What Day Is It?”

The crew and listeners share stories about some of the worst, messiest, most dysfunctional, or downright unbelievable relationships they've experienced or witnessed.

In The Loop kicks off the show trying to figure out exactly what Nick Caserio is cooking with the Texans' roster. Is Caserio a mad genius with a bigger plan in mind, or is he simply spitballing as Houston continues to shape its roster heading into Week 1? ITL puts the Texans' position rooms into different categories to determine which groups look championship-ready, which still have questions, and what it all says about Caserio's roster construction. The conversation then turns to the Texans' wide receiver room, as John Lopez admits he isn't feeling as confident about the group as he once was. With questions surrounding the depth and how everything fits together, ITL discusses whether Houston has enough at receiver heading into the season. The hour wraps with today's Question of the Day: What's the worst relationship you've ever had or seen?

The crew and listeners discuss the things they haven't completely given up on yet, whether it's in sports, entertainment, everyday life, or something from the past they still hope makes a comeback.