Podcast appearances and mentions of Randy Moss

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Discussion centers on the anniversary of Armando Galarraga's lost perfect game and the legacy of umpire Jim Joyce's missed call. They also break down an exclusive list of NFL wide receivers who achieved 1,000-yard seasons with three or more different franchises. Featured names include Randy Moss, Terrell Owens, and Stefon Diggs as they evaluate the future of A.J. Brown and D.J. Moore. 01:14 - Sabres Offseason And June Sports 02:10 - Galarraga's Lost Perfect Game 03:49 - Elite Receivers On Third Teams

Ben Maller talks about A.J. Brown getting traded from the Eagles to the Patriots, if trading Brown will derail Jalen Hurts' Eagles offense or if they will be ok, if Brown is the best Patriots WR since Randy Moss, Cite the Bite, and more!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Mike is joined by Pats Interference host and Boston Herald writer Andrew Callahan to talk about the Patriots acquiring A.J. Brown from Philadelphia. The guys discuss the Patriots history of past WRs which leads Andrew to declare that A.J. Brown is the best receiver the Patriots have had since Randy Moss wore the uniform: “He's their best receiver since Randy Moss…The A.J. Brown we saw last year, is not gonna be the same one that you see call Foxborough home this season…You're gonna get that older version of him, 2-3 years ago with the Eagles, where it's like, there is not a route that he can't run and win on. There is not a place on the field that he cannot pull away from you or jump over you.” WATCH THE FULL EPISODE AVAILABLE NOW: https://youtu.be/wHfqGcBFBZs All 32 NFL Podcast on CLNS Media is Powered by:

The Patriots made their biggest splash at wide receiver in nearly two decades, acquiring A.J. Brown. Chris Price breaks down what Brown brings to the offense, why Mike Vrabel's connection to the star receiver matters, and how this move changes expectations for New England in 2026. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The WIP Afternoon Show reflect on A.J. Brown's tenure with the Philadelphia Eagles as a potential trade to the Patriots looms. They debate whether he should be considered an all-time great despite a rocky ending and compare his impact to legends like Terrell Owens and Randy Moss.

Bomani Jones is joined by The Ringer's Joel Anderson to break down Victor Wembanyama's monster playoff performance and why it felt like one of those rare sports moments where you realize you're watching the future. Bo and Joel compare Wemby's arrival to LeBron, Allen Iverson, Randy Moss, Michael Vick, Usain Bolt and Shaq, then ask what the Thunder can possibly do next.Later, Bomani and Joel discuss the NAACP urging Black athletes and fans to withhold support from public universities in states attacking Black voting representation, and whether it's fair to ask young athletes to carry that kind of burden. Plus, they react to Stephen A. Smith's response to Jaylen Brown & the limits of athlete-run media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Guest host/NFL Insider Tom Pelissero weighs in on the return from injury status for New York Giants RB Cam Skattebo and WR Malik Nabers, if the Dallas Cowboys could trade talented-but-temperamental WR George Pickens, where veteran receivers like Stefon Diggs, Debo Samuel and Keenan Allen could land next season, and why Anthony Richardson's window to be an NFL starting quarterback is not necessarily closed. Pro Football Hall of Famer/ESPN NFL Analyst Randy Moss and Tom discuss is new ‘Chasing 10' fishing show, shares some great stories from his eventful rookie season on and off the field with the Minnesota Vikings, and more. Tom plays the ‘NFL Win-Loss Game' with fans of the Green Bay Packers and Carolina Panthers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Victor Wembanyama's rise takes center stage as Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber debate whether the Spurs star is already becoming the kind of player the rest of the NBA has no answer for. His size, skill, defense, and offensive dominance spark a bigger conversation about rare athletes who completely change the way opponents have to play. Evan and Tiki also get into Wembanyama's MVP motivation, why his health may be the only real question, and how he compares to once in a generation forces from other sports. The discussion expands into Randy Moss, Deion Sanders, Aaron Rodgers, and Shohei Ohtani as they search for the best comparison to an athlete who feels almost impossible to stop.

Tom talks with Dick Gerardi, Randy Moss, and Jeff Drummond.

After news that Cherie DeVaux, the first woman to ever train a winner of the Kentucky Derby, decided to skip Preakness 2026 with Kentucky Derby 2026 champion Golden Tempo, conversations in horse racing have again circulated about whether the current state of the Triple Crown is broken or not. In The Money Media's Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) sits with NBC's Randy Moss to talk about the scheduling of the Triple Crown races. Many trainers have expressed disinterest and concern in bringing horses out of the Kentucky Derby back to the track in two weeks to compete in the Preakness Stakes, held traditionally at Pimlico Racecourse but to be contested this year at Laurel Park while Pimlico undergoes renovations. And yet, many trainers including Kentucky Derby 2025 champ Bill Mott have opted to go from the Kentucky Derby to the third jewel of the Triple Crown, the Belmont Stakes, which Sovereignty did win with ease over Journalism - a horse who competed in all three legs of the Triple Crown in 2025 including a win in Preakness 2025. Some horses have taken the test unburdened even in defeat, but trainers remain hesitant in the modern age to risk their runners in the Preakness. So what has to change? Does the Triple Crown necessarily have to change? The Triple Crown in horse racing has always been an elusive and difficult prize but is that reason enough to maintain the current schedule which does not even excite trainers to send their prospects down the Triple Crown trail? The Triple Crown traditionally has been a five-week turnaround between the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes, but would adding more time between those races encourage trainers to participate and help reignite energy for the spectacle, or is it all just bells and whistles? PTF and Randy Moss discuss the issues with the current state of the Triple Crown in horse racing and discuss what options exist around its current dysfunction.

After news that Cherie DeVaux, the first woman to ever train a winner of the Kentucky Derby, decided to skip Preakness 2026 with Kentucky Derby 2026 champion Golden Tempo, conversations in horse racing have again circulated about whether the current state of the Triple Crown is broken or not. In The Money Media's Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) sits with NBC's Randy Moss to talk about the scheduling of the Triple Crown races. Many trainers have expressed disinterest and concern in bringing horses out of the Kentucky Derby back to the track in two weeks to compete in the Preakness Stakes, held traditionally at Pimlico Racecourse but to be contested this year at Laurel Park while Pimlico undergoes renovations. And yet, many trainers including Kentucky Derby 2025 champ Bill Mott have opted to go from the Kentucky Derby to the third jewel of the Triple Crown, the Belmont Stakes, which Sovereignty did win with ease over Journalism - a horse who competed in all three legs of the Triple Crown in 2025 including a win in Preakness 2025. Some horses have taken the test unburdened even in defeat, but trainers remain hesitant in the modern age to risk their runners in the Preakness. So what has to change? Does the Triple Crown necessarily have to change? The Triple Crown in horse racing has always been an elusive and difficult prize but is that reason enough to maintain the current schedule which does not even excite trainers to send their prospects down the Triple Crown trail? The Triple Crown traditionally has been a five-week turnaround between the Kentucky Derby and Belmont Stakes, but would adding more time between those races encourage trainers to participate and help reignite energy for the spectacle, or is it all just bells and whistles? PTF and Randy Moss discuss the issues with the current state of the Triple Crown in horse racing and discuss what options exist around its current dysfunction.

God is an AWL because the Max bachelor party dream matchup is set after the Sixers beat the Celtics in Game 6. Knicks absolutely destroy the Hawks and are ready for Round 2 (00:00:00-00:31:46). Hockey playoffs plus Cade vs Paolo and LeBron has the chance to do the funniest thing ever and we debate whether you can touch another man's ball in front of their bench (00:31:46-00:56:11). Liv is dead and Hank is sad (00:56:11-01:08:12). Randy Moss joins the show to talk Kentucky Derby weekend, storylines, picks and bonus Zac though we were interviewing the other Randy Moss (01:08:12-01:40:06). Conor Daly joins us in studio for to talk Indy 500 and Indy car racing, how he got into it, what he would do if he won the big one and more (01:40:06-02:12:54). We finish with Fyre Fest of the weekYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take

Chris Mack opens Friday's show with the biggest headlines in sports today, including the Knicks 51 point win over the Atlanta Hawks. Plus, Horse Racing Analyst Randy Moss joins the show to preview Saturday's Kentucky Derby.

Kentucky Derby 2026 is RAPIDLY approaching, so now it's time for us at In The Money Media to check in the dynamic duo from NBC's coverage of the Kentucky Derby! Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) sits down with Jerry Bailey and Randy Moss to discuss the best bets ahead of this year's Kentucky Derby! At the time of recording, a bulk of money remains focused on a select five horses: Renegade (winner of the 2026 Arkansas Derby), Commandment (winner of the 2026 Florida Derby), So Happy (winner of the 2026 Santa Anita Derby), The Puma (runner-up in the Florida Derby & winner of the 2026 Tampa Bay Derby) and Further Ado (winner of the 2026 Blue Grass Stakes). A pair of horses have also ALREADY SCRATCHED from the Kentucky Derby: Arkansas Derby runner-up Silent Tactic and 2026 Jeff Ruby Steaks winner Fulleffort, meaning two also eligibles are in the field at the time of recording: Great White, winner of the 2026 John Battaglia Memorial at Turfway Park, and Ocelli, the third-place finisher in the 2026 Wood Memorial. Some other horses are currently also taking solid early play including one of the representatives from Japan, Danon Bourbon - winner of the 2026 Fukuryu Stakes at Nakayama Racecourse. Chad Brown's representative in Emerging Market, a horse invoking the infamous "Apollo Curse" being unraced as a 2-year-old and making just his third start of his career into the Kentucky Derby, is also drawing a lot of action in the windows. Along with the winner of the 2026 Louisiana Derby, defending Kentucky Derby champion Bill Mott sends a horse also receiving play in Chief Wallabee, who finished third in the Florida Derby behind Commandment and The Puma and will add blinkers heading into the 152nd Run for the Roses. The 2026 Kentucky Derby is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs, with the post-position draw set for April 25 and post time scheduled for 6:57 p.m. Follow the full Monster Podcast series for continued coverage of Kentucky Derby 2026 contenders as the field for the Run for the Roses comes together.

Kentucky Derby 2026 is RAPIDLY approaching, so now it's time for us at In The Money Media to check in the dynamic duo from NBC's coverage of the Kentucky Derby! Peter Thomas Fornatale (PTF) sits down with Jerry Bailey and Randy Moss to discuss the best bets ahead of this year's Kentucky Derby! At the time of recording, a bulk of money remains focused on a select five horses: Renegade (winner of the 2026 Arkansas Derby), Commandment (winner of the 2026 Florida Derby), So Happy (winner of the 2026 Santa Anita Derby), The Puma (runner-up in the Florida Derby & winner of the 2026 Tampa Bay Derby) and Further Ado (winner of the 2026 Blue Grass Stakes). A pair of horses have also ALREADY SCRATCHED from the Kentucky Derby: Arkansas Derby runner-up Silent Tactic and 2026 Jeff Ruby Steaks winner Fulleffort, meaning two also eligibles are in the field at the time of recording: Great White, winner of the 2026 John Battaglia Memorial at Turfway Park, and Ocelli, the third-place finisher in the 2026 Wood Memorial. Some other horses are currently also taking solid early play including one of the representatives from Japan, Danon Bourbon - winner of the 2026 Fukuryu Stakes at Nakayama Racecourse. Chad Brown's representative in Emerging Market, a horse invoking the infamous "Apollo Curse" being unraced as a 2-year-old and making just his third start of his career into the Kentucky Derby, is also drawing a lot of action in the windows. Along with the winner of the 2026 Louisiana Derby, defending Kentucky Derby champion Bill Mott sends a horse also receiving play in Chief Wallabee, who finished third in the Florida Derby behind Commandment and The Puma and will add blinkers heading into the 152nd Run for the Roses. The 2026 Kentucky Derby is scheduled for Saturday, May 2 at Churchill Downs, with the post-position draw set for April 25 and post time scheduled for 6:57 p.m. Follow the full Monster Podcast series for continued coverage of Kentucky Derby 2026 contenders as the field for the Run for the Roses comes together.

Time for a Wednesday edition of Glenn Clark Radio, busy show ahead as we chat about the Orioles win over the Astros last night behind a strong Shane Baz start, we'll look ahead to tonight's contest, assuming the weather cooperates and continue talking NFL Draft fallout and what the Ravens have done and didn't do, including but not limited to the signing of Diego Pavia as an undrafted free agent. It's a Wednesday so that means Drew Forrester of DrewsMorningDish.com will be here, we'll get his expert opinion on the Ravens draft, Diego Pavia, the O's and hopefully some basketball and hockey talk as well. Then at 11:40am, we'll talk horse racing with Randy Moss from NBC as we preview the Kentucky Derby before this weekend and get Randy's thoughts on the future of Preakness, too. At 12:15pm, we will make our first trip down to the farm and catch up with Norfolk Tides OF Jud Fabian who is off to a powerful start in 2026, we'll talk to him all about how the Spring is going. Then at 12:30pm before we head out today we are going to catch up with Ravens 4th round draft pick, SMU Tight End Matt Hibner as we talk to him about getting the call from the Ravens!

Tom talks with Fran Frashilla, Ben Roberts, and Randy Moss.

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In this episode of Politically Uncorrect, Michael closes out the GNOAT tournament, picking up from the Sweet 16 and working through the final stretch of the bracket to determine who truly stands alone.With names like Kobe Bryant, Beyoncé, Michael Jackson, Kanye West, Stephen Curry, and Randy Moss still in the field, the conversation shifts from simple comparisons to legacy-defining debates. Each matchup forces Michael to weigh completely different types of greatness — from global cultural impact to on-court dominance to generational influence.What made earlier rounds entertaining now becomes difficult, as every remaining name has a legitimate argument. The margin between advancing and being eliminated comes down to how you define greatness, and whether dominance in one lane outweighs influence across multiple.Along the way, the themes from earlier rounds carry over — including debates around Kanye's discography and cultural impact, the staying power of icons like Beyoncé, and the challenge of comparing athletes like Kobe Bryant and Stephen Curry to figures whose impact extends far beyond sports.No more play-ins. No more corrections. No more second chances.The bracket is finalized, the debates come to an end, and by the close of the episode, the GNOAT is officially crowned.************************The IG bracket will be recapped separately

0:00-28:26 – The Ride with JMV gets underway on Hump Day talking about the hop topics of the day. Pacers get a “C+” on ESPN’s season grading – which is laughable for a 19-win season + IU lands more portal talent & Mel Kiper’s 2-round Mock Draft has the Colts snagging an SEC defender. 28:26-42:44 – JMV is joined by Kyle Neddenriep of The IndyStar to talk all things high school sports. Lawrence North’s Omar Cooper could be a top 20-draft pick, and the latest LN wideout might be even better. Kyle compares 5-star WR & No. 1 prospect Monshun Sales to Randy Moss. 42:44-46:47 – JMV wraps up the first hour of the show with WIBC Traffic’s Matt Bair to talk about the FUBAR that is 465N right now amid a cut gas line. 46:47-1:15:06– JMV starts the second hour with The Fan’s own Kevin Bowen, the great host of The Fan Morning Show. First, the topic of conversation revolves around Kevin’s interaction with the State Police this week, then we talk Pacers, Colts & more! 1:15:06-1:25:06 – JMV talks more on the disaster going on off 465 right now, and details the news out of both Bloomington & Muncie in the MBB transfer portal. 1:25:06-1:30:10 – JMV wraps up the second hour of the show. 1:30:10 -2:02:20 – JMV opens the third hour speaking with the former NBA GM and current ESPN guru Bobby Marks. They talk Pacers offseason as Indiana comes off the worst season in franchise history. Are the Pacers screwed if they don’t retain their Top 4 draft pick? What do the different prospects look like in that spot right now? 2:02:20-2:11:25 – JMV talks FanDuel Sports Network’s dissolve & which stream service is making an aggressive 11th hour push to carry Pacers games next year. 2:11:25-2:13:05– JMV closes out the show! Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

00:00-16:00 – JMV opens the third hour speaking with the former NBA GM and current ESPN guru Bobby Marks. They talk Pacers offseason as Indiana comes off the worst season in franchise history. Are the Pacers screwed if they don’t retain their Top 4 draft pick? What do the different prospects look like in that spot right now? 16:00-41:19– JMV starts the second hour with The Fan’s own Kevin Bowen, the great host of The Fan Morning Show. First, the topic of conversation revolves around Kevin’s interaction with the State Police this week, then we talk Pacers, Colts & more! 41:19-53:48 – JMV is joined by Kyle Neddenriep of The IndyStar to talk all things high school sports. Lawrence North’s Omar Cooper could be a top 20-draft pick, and the latest LN wideout might be even better. Kyle compares 5-star WR & No. 1 prospect Monshun Sales to Randy Moss. Support the show: https://1075thefan.com/the-ride-with-jmv/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hello once again to my loyal listening populous across the internet. Welcome to what would effectively serve as the most recent melancholy musical installment presented by Tremendous Opinions Podcast. Heavy with the slowed and throwed this week. I have no clue why Be Yourself and Solo aren't sequential on the Blonde album. The sudden stark contrast is beautiful. That's why I blast them B2B all the time if there was anybody out there wondering. Keisha, to get further in depth about the UNC hire.. Last week before anybody even said Michael Malone's name I was having a conversation at work. Out of nowhere I said "You know who I really like?? ... Mike Malone from Denver". I randomly remembered Malone and didn't consider him as a real possibility. I really do like and believe in Mike Malone. That being said, I'm still out. Out of respect for Hubert Davis and what is right. I reluctantly hand in my fandom resignation letter to the UNC basketball program. I will remain a fan of the football program for now because I saw Randy Moss was at their practice today. Who cares anymore. Relocate the Dean Dome. Name it something else and reallocate the building use it for a bird sanctuary or an indoor pickle ball extravaganza. Build a whole new arena 40 minutes off campus, let's name it the Hasbeen Center and let's do everything in our power to break the longstanding tradition of excellence and moral obligation of this beautiful history filled organization. Let's leave it in ruins. The great Lenny Rosenbluth passed away and I don't feel too good myself. God bless Michael Malone best of luck but I wash my hands of this nonsense. I know he was an assistant coach to God Shamgod's run to the Final Four with Providence. I UNDERSTAND THAT. I understand that he was the offensive architect for LeBron's Cavaliers years. What I also understand is that I was force fed the Carolina Family thing my whole life. I bought into it and I will refuse to bow to this foreigner from the north. I humbly resign. I'll be here next week. Keep rocking in the free world, KeishaYour Host with the Most,Trill Belichick

The 21st pick in the National Football League draft is presented as the ultimate wild card in the realm of football history. Throughout this episode, we delve into the significance of this particular draft position, examining its capacity to yield extraordinary talents who have made indelible marks on the sport. From the high-stakes gamble involving Randy Moss, whose remarkable achievements transformed the record books, to the historical acquisition of Hall of Famer Lynn Swann by the 1974 Steelers, this selection has fostered numerous iconic legends. Today, we shall meticulously count down the top five players who exemplified the potential of the 21st pick, illustrating how, indeed, one can hit the jackpot at this juncture. Join us as we engage in a profound exploration of football history alongside our esteemed guest, Ed Cleese.Do you want more football history? Test your Gridiron Knowledge, we feed you Daily with our new FREE activity, The Pigskin Trivia Drive.Grab a copy of our latest book, "Marooned," on the 1925 Pottsville Maroons NFL franchise saga.*OR* Grab a copy of our book on Western Pennsylvania football history, "World's Greatest Gridiron Team" on the 1903 Franklin All-StarsDrop us a line at PigskinDispatch@gmail .com and check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel.Contact us directly at PigskinDispatch@Gmail.comMiss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website.

In this episode, Dr. Chad and Mr. eBay celebrate the opening day of baseball while discussing their favorite baseball products and recent eBay purchases. They share their experiences from a recent casino trip, highlight ways to support the podcast through their eBay affiliate link, and engage in lively discussions about wrestling and upcoming events. The hosts also introduce a challenge for listeners to participate in, with rewards for eBay purchases, creating an interactive experience for their audience. In this episode, the hosts discuss various aspects of the collectibles market, including corporate practices, the impact of AI on card availability, and the latest hobby news. They reflect on opening day traditions in baseball, propose new traditions and wagers for the season, and share their top picks for baseball products.    Check Out Our Other Content:  New Product Releases with Mrs. Doc - Every Wednesday (returns this week!) Sunday Night Main Event - A Wrestling Card Podcast - Every Sunday Evening

Marc Vandermeer and John Harris break down free agency rankings and share incredible scouting stories on Texans All-Access. In this episode: * Benjamin Solak's ESPN free agency rankings — Texans at No. 13, Jaguars at No. 9. How? * Pushing back on the "compensatory pick approach" and Jacksonville's key losses * The Steelers at No. 1 without a quarterback — does that make sense? * Why Solak's critique of the Texans offensive line strategy misses the mark * "When Did You Know?" — seeing Andre Johnson, Calvin Johnson, Aaron Donald, and Randy Moss before the world knew * Randy Moss's legendary Marshall pro day: 4.25 forty, 44-inch vertical, barely warmed up * 2026 NFL kickoff game set for Wednesday, September 9th in Seattle * 49ers vs. Rams in Melbourne, Australia on Thursday, September 10th * Patrick Mahomes rehab update — will he be ready for Week 1? * Houston's massive sports Thursday: Houston Open, Astros opening day, NCAA regionalsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Tom talks with Richard Skinner, Jack Givens, and Randy Moss.

(00:00) Zolak & Bertrand start the hour by comparing AJ Brown to Randy Moss in trade talks.(11:27) We take calls and discuss Marvin Harrison Jr and why he hasn't succeeded early in his career.(22:55) We talk about the Red Sox split at 2B between Isiah Kiner-Falefa and Marcelo Mayer.(30:15) Zolak & Bertrand close the hour with Tyler Milliken in studio giving his Corona Six Pack of Sox thoughts.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hall of Famer and Denver Broncos legend Champ Bailey joins Richard Sherman for a masterclass on playing cornerback in the NFL, from his “welcome to the league” moment versus Michael Irvin to chasing greatness through 15 elite NFL seasons. They revisit legendary battles with Randy Moss, Terrell Owens, Marvin Harrison, Larry Fitzgerald, Megatron, and more, and break down why Charles Woodson is the most complete DB to ever play the game. Champ explains how practice separated him, what young corners get wrong today, how modern offenses and risk‑averse QBs changed the position, and why stats don’t tell the full story for shutdown corners. They also chop it up on the 2000s Tampa Bay Buccaneers and Baltimore Ravens defenses, Peyton Manning’s historic Broncos year, the impact of refs on games, and how to build a “perfect” DB with confidence, athleticism, and true playmaking ability. (edited) See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Jeremy Lee kicks off Episode 305 of Sports Cards Live with Joe Poirot by recapping a busy week that included Jeremy's Pops and Comps book signing at Burbank Sports Cards, a night at the Lakers game in Los Angeles, and some memorable moments meeting collectors and hobby friends in person. The conversation then turns to one of Jeremy's latest auction purchases: a Randy Moss Exquisite 1/1 patch card picked up during the Fanatics Weekly auction. Jeremy and Joe break down the appeal of Exquisite, why certain cards feel like opportunities when they appear, and the difference between buying for a personal collection versus buying because a card simply feels underpriced. The episode also dives into the story behind a complete 1966 Topps Hockey set that is now being broken up and sold card by card. The discussion explores what it takes to build a high quality vintage set over decades, the challenge of condition and centering in that issue, the iconic Bobby Orr rookie that anchors the set, and the emotional side of letting go of a long term collecting project. Along the way the conversation touches on hobby momentum, community, set building, and the stories that make vintage cards meaningful beyond their value. If you enjoy collector stories, hobby perspective, and conversations that go deeper than just prices and comps, please follow the podcast, leave a rating or review, and share this episode with a fellow collector. You can also check out Jeremy's new book Pops and Comps and take the Hobby Spectrum assessment to discover your collector identity and connect with other hobbyists in the directory. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Free agency opened the floodgates across the NFL and collectors felt it immediately.On Episode 38 of The Football Card Podcast, Pack and Brett break down how roster moves ripple through the football card market. From Travis Kelce returning to Kansas City to quarterback movement across the league, they explore what actually moves collector demand and why hype often follows opportunity.They also tackle a debate circulating across the hobby.No football card has crossed the one-million-dollar mark since the Tom Brady Contenders Championship Ticket sale in 2023. Does that mean collectors have lost interest in football cards? Or does it reveal something deeper about how the high-end market works across sports?Other topics in this episode include:Ranking every year of Panini Prizm football from 2012 to 2025The free agency moves that matter most to collectorsWhy some collectors sell their player cards when the player leaves their teamThe psychology behind keeping cards tied to memories, not jerseysMarket sales including Randy Moss, Caleb Williams, and Barry SandersThis episode blends the NFL offseason with real hobby insight.If you collect football cards, free agency season tells you one thing.Opportunity creates demand.Check out Card Ladder the official data partner of Stacking SlabsFollow The Football Card Podcast on Instagram for memes and stuff.Get your free copy of Collecting For Keeps: Finding Meaning In A Hobby Built On HypeGet exclusive content, promote your cards, and connect with other collectors who listen to the pod today by joining the Patreon: Join Stacking Slabs Podcast Patreon[Distributed on Sunday] Sign up for the Stacking Slabs Weekly Rip Newsletter using this linkFollow Stacking Slabs: | Twitter | Instagram | Facebook | TiktokFollow Pack: | Instagram ★ Support this podcast on Patreon ★

92%ers, welcome to another episode of New Heights brought to you by Expedia!First, Travis and Jason take a look down memory lane with an NFL Combine then and now, Randy Moss joins the show to talk his basketball roots and journey from Marshall University to the Minnesota Vikings, Playing with Tom Brady and More! Check out all of our new merch at https://amzlink.to/az0JVda6JMjOrWatch and listen to new episodes of New Heights every Wednesday during the NFL season and follow us on Social Media for all the best moments from the show: https://lnk.to/newheightshowYou can also listen to new episodes ad-free on Wondery+. Join Wondery+ in the Wondery App, Apple Podcasts or Spotify. ...Download the full podcast here:Wondery: https://wondery.app.link/s9hHTgtXpMbApple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/new-heights/id1643745036Spotify:https://open.spotify.com/show/1y3SUbFMUSESC1N43tBleK?si=LsuQ4a5MRN6wGMcfVcuynwSend something to the New Heights Mailbox. Don't be weird though. C/O New Heights Productions135 E OLIVE AVE, BURBANK, CA 91502Support the show: EXPEDIA: The one place you go to go places. https://www.expedia.com/PEPSI: Pepsi Zero Sugar: Let your taste decide! Visit https://www.pepsi.com/where-to-buy to find Pepsi Zero Sugar near you.HILL'S PET NUTRITION: Because you're only human, there's Hill's. Find the right food at https://www.hillspet.com/sciencedoesmorePLANET FITNESS: Rebound & Recover this March with the Planet Fitness Black Card. One membership, a number of ways to get strong. Learn more at http://planetfitness.com. Hours, amenities, and offers vary by club. Check out http://planetfitness.com or stop by your local club for more information. Must be 18 years old to enroll, or 13-17 with parent/guardian.ALLSTATE: Check Allstate first for a quote that could save you hundreds: https://allstate.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

(00:00) Chris Forsberg joins Hardy and Wallach. They begin by talking about their winter golf game. Is Jayson Tatum getting any closer to a return? (19:21) Forsberg continues to talk C's with the guys. Should Mazzulla be the frontrunner for Coach of the Year? (32:58) The guys react to Greg Bedard saying that Alec Pierce shows flashes of Randy Moss in his game. Please note: Timecodes may shift by a few minutes due to inserted ads. Because of copyright restrictions, portions—or entire segments—may not be included in the podcast.For the latest updates, visit the show page on 985thesportshub.com. Follow 98.5 The Sports Hub on Twitter, Facebook and Instagram. Watch the show every morning on YouTube, and subscribe to stay up-to-date with all the best moments from Boston's home for sports!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Pierce the new randy Moss?

The new Randy Moss?! // Are the Bruins better than we think? // Is Bruins coach Marco Sturm throwing "subs" at Swayman? //

Welcome Back to the Brunch Breakdown Podcast! On #TheMenu: We're wrapping up the WInter Olympics: Why Alysa Liu is the Randy Moss of Figure Skating, Live Reactions of stealing Hockey from Canada, and We debate which Olympic Country has the best food for Athletes to perform their best. Plus, Wendy's closing 400 stores, Frost Warnings in LA, March Madness stupidity, Beer, Music, and MORE! See Yinz At The Table for another Delicious Episode! Thank You For Listening. Check out the SOUNDS OF BRUNCH Playlist on Spotify! WATCH Full Episodes of the @BrunchBreakdown Podcast on YouTube, Spotify, & Facebook. LISTEN on AMAZON, Audible, Spotify, Apple, and Everywhere You Get Your Podcasts. FOLLOW us on Twitter, Instagram, TikTok, and GoodPods!

One of my college roommates is heading to Canton.That sentence still feels surreal.When I first met Larry Fitzgerald on his visit to the University of Pittsburgh, I had no idea I was meeting a future Hall of Famer. I just knew he had presence. Not hype. Not ego. Presence.When he arrived at training camp, the coaches quietly pulled me aside and asked me to help him learn the offense. What I didn't fully grasp at the time was what they already knew: he wasn't just there to compete. He was there to take over.And it took about two weeks.But here's what most people miss about Larry's story. Yes, he could high-point a football like nobody I've seen in 25 years around major college football. Yes, he tracked the deep ball with the instincts of a center fielder tracking a line drive into the gap. Yes, he could manipulate defensive backs, adjust stride length mid-route, and finish through contact with late, violent hands.But that's not what made him an All American at Pitt.It was how he saw the game — and his life — from the beginning.So in the latest Y-Option podcast, fueled by our founding partner 76, keeping you on the GO GO GO so you never miss a beat it's just me, celebrating him.My 1st lesson from him.During the first game of his freshman year he, like the rest of us at Pitt, wore a suit and tie to the game. That was the rule our head coach, Walt Harris, mandated. I think we all liked it as it felt like a business trip. But postgame everyone was changing into warm-ups to leave the stadium.I noticed that Larry started to put his suit back on.I quickly told him that he doesn't have to. He looked at me and said, at least this is how I remember it, “Yogi, they're going to know what I'm about from the jump.”That wasn't bravado. It was clarity.He came to college with a vision. Not just to be great at Pitt. Not just to make the league. But to be a pro — in habits, discipline, preparation, relationships. Small things, All things as the phrase goes.Larry grew up around it. His father, Larry Fitzgerald Sr., covered sports in Minnesota. As a kid, Larry was a ball boy around legends and he saw how pros moved, trained and most importantly how they treated everyone around them. By the time he arrived on campus, Larry Fitzgerald wasn't dreaming. He was executing.Talent Is Everywhere. Discipline Is Rare.I've been around Elite 11 quarterbacks for nearly two decades. I've been a broadcaster for 19 years and a coach for 4. Point being — I've seen first-round talent up close. Natural ability is not rare at that level.What's rare is clarity.Larry didn't drink. Didn't party. Had a tight circle. Was early to bed. Lived in the film room. Lived in the weight room. And that playlist was on repeat daily.I remember visiting him during the season when he was with the Arizona Cardinals. It was 8:00 PM and he said, “You can hang out, I'm going to bed.”Why?“I'm trying to be my best.”That's it. No drama. No speech. Just alignment between what he dreamt of and how he lived.When he decided to leave Pitt early for the NFL, I asked him if he'd considered coming back. He reframed it in a way that's stayed with me forever: if a surgeon is offered his dream job early, he goes. If a musician gets the gig of a lifetime, she goes. He was a wide receiver being offered his dream.He wasn't chasing status. He was honoring preparation.Playing Through LossDuring spring practice after his freshman season practice stopped and Larry left. News spread that his mom had passed away.I didn't know then what that kind of loss felt like. I do now.What I remember most wasn't just the grief — it was how he channeled it. He played for her. He carried her smile. He allowed the pain to sharpen his focus, not shrink his world. Or so it seemed. I know there was a lot of pain and I imagine that playing with his teammates allowed him to navigate through it. At least all of us hoped that we helped him out in the smallest of ways. After all, that's what teammates do. And our roster was extremely close.Looking back he taught me a powerful lesson that season: that there's a difference between playing for applause and playing with purpose. After he lost his Mom, it felt like Larry was playing for something deeper that just touchdowns and wins.And it showed.The Infinite GameRecently, I watched him receive his Hall of Fame invitation and greet Randy Moss — another all-time great. There was a knowing smile between them. A shared understanding of what it takes to get there.But when I think of Larry, I don't first think of Pro Bowl's or a Super Bowl run. I think of the freshman who chose the suit. The teammate who made everyone feel seen. The competitor who handed, or threw, the ball to officials after touchdowns like it was part of his joy.He played an infinite game.Not just to win on Saturdays.Not just to dominate on Sundays.But to become.He became one of the greatest wide receivers of all time.He became the greatest teammate I ever had.He became a father whose eldest son is now headed to University of Notre Dame to chase his own dream.And in a few months he officially becomes a Hall of Famer.I've never been to Canton before.This summer, I'll go.Not just to celebrate a gold jacket.But to honor the habits.The discipline.The clarity.The compassion.Larry Fitzgerald didn't just achieve greatness.He decided on it — early — and then lived accordingly.And if there's one lesson in his story for any young athlete, entrepreneur, artist, or dreamer reading this, it's simple:* Be clear about what you're about. * Be truly confident around what Matters Most* Then let your daily discipline make it undeniable.Much love and stay steady,YogiY-Option: College Football with Yogi Roth is a reader-supported publication. 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The GameAbove Sports Bowl, formerly the Motor City Bowl, is no more. On3's Brett McMurphy reported earlier this week the Detroit-based bowl was shutting its doors, ending a 29-year run. It debuted as the Motor City Bowl, rebranded as the Little Caesars Bowl in 2009, shifted to the Quick Lane Bowl in 2014 and finally the GameAbove Sports Bowl in 2024.The bowl's inaugural matchup — on the day after Christmas — was Ole Miss against Randy-Moss-led Marshall, the Mid-American Conference champion. The Rebels won, 34-31, including a game-sealing strip of Moss by linebacker Broc Kreitz.Our Sponsors:* Check out BetterHelp: https://www.betterhelp.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.com* Check out Underdog Fantasy and use my code CHAMPIONS for a great deal: https://underdogfantasy.comAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Jason defines Super Bowl 60 as the worst in NFL history. A boring, one-sided game was made worse by Bud Bunny and overall lack of enthusiasm, and Maria Taylor's hosting proved every bit as atrocious as Drake Maye's play. The most intriguing aspect of the Super Bowl broadcast was the emasculation of Tony Dungy by Rodney Harrison, after Dungy failed to comment on the omission of Bill Belichick from the Pro Football Hall of Fame. Steve Kim joins the show to discuss whether the Super Bowl has peaked; Drake Maye being exposed; and Randy Moss' claim that players and coaches should be the ones casting Hall of Fame ballots. Jason and Steve wind up by talking about Deion Sanders continuing to demand that the media play the role of Luca Brasi defending his son Shedeur and Shannon Sharpe starting the process of returning to Bristol, teaming up with Stephen A. Smith to ignite the smoldering flame of "First Take." ​​Today's Sponsors: ZBoitics ZBiotics Pre-Alcohol Probiotic Drink is the world's first genetically engineered probiotic. Go to https://zbiotics.com/FEARLESS now. You'll get 15% off your first order when you use FEARLESS at checkout. Plus, it's backed by a 100% Money-Back Guarantee, so there's no risk! Relief Factor If you're living with daily aches and pain, Relief Factor might be the real deal for you too. Try the 3-week QuickStart today! Visit https://ReliefFactor.com or call 800-4-RELIEF. ➢ Subscribe Jason's other channel https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockHarmony  https://www.youtube.com/@JasonWhitlockBYOG  ➢ Connect with Jason on Social Media:  https://x.com/WhitlockJason https://www.instagram.com/realjasonwhitlock/ https://www.facebook.com/jasonwhitlock ➢ Send Jason an Email FearlessBlazeShow@gmail.com ➢ Support The Blaze Visit https://TheBlaze.com. Explore the all-new ad-free experience and see for yourself how we're standing up against suppression and prioritizing independent journalism. Support Conservative Voices! Subscribe to BlazeTV at https://www.fearlessmission.com and get $20 off your yearly subscription. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In a massive 4-hour Saturday special, we clear the deck on a historic week in Arizona sports. From the introductory press conference of Mike LaFleur to the first-ballot coronation of Larry Fitzgerald, we break down the pedigree, the loyalty, and the logic behind the Valley's biggest stories.PART 1: THE HIRE & THE HERITAGE00:00 - Welcome11:07 - The 2-Minute WarningRapid-fire recap: The high-scoring shootout in Portland and the 4th-quarter collapse against the Warriors. Plus, ASU takes care of business in Salt Lake City.13:26 - THE ABSOLUTE VERDICT: The One-Club KingIn light of the HOF news, we look at the future. Why Devin Booker (in season 11) is the only athlete in the Valley with the DNA to inherit the Fitzgerald mantle of lifelong loyalty.19:35 - THE HIRE: The Mike LaFleur Era BeginsThe Podium Energy: Breaking down the intro presser and the Matt LaFleur "Family Scrum."Locker Room Buy-In: Reaction from Mack Wilson Sr. and Michael Wilson.The Pro-AM Report: Tyler Drake catches up with Trey McBride, Budda Baker, and Zaven Collins at the WM Phoenix Open for their raw reaction to the hire.The Media Cycle: Reactions from Wolf & Luke and Bickley & Marotta.PART 2: THE LEGEND & THE LAPSE2:48:40 - THE LEGEND: Larry Fitzgerald HOFThe Reveal: The NFL Honors audio and the emotional Randy Moss surprise (The Ballboy to the Hall).The Inner Circle: Cam Cox (12 News) with exclusive 1-on-1s with Larry and Larry Sr.The Legacy Question: Reacting to Wolf & Luke: "How will the Valley remember Larry Fitzgerald?"3:28:50 - THE CALL OUT: Larry FitzgeraldRE-SPECT: High-intensity, Pantera-style tribute to the GOAT. The 48-year wait since Larry Wilson (1978) is over.3:31:48 - SUNS POST-MORTEM: The 4th Quarter RealityThe Jordan Ott Perspective: Breaking down the post-game sound and the practice availability regarding the Warriors collapse.The Bounce Back: Jordan Goodwin joins Burns & Gambo to discuss the locker room's mental state heading into the 76ers matchup.Follow The Valley Verdict:Facebook: [@thevalleyverdict]Instagram: [@thevalleyverdictpodcast]YouTube: [@thevalleyverdict]

In a massive 4-hour Saturday special, we clear the deck on a historic week in Arizona sports. From the introductory press conference of Mike LaFleur to the first-ballot coronation of Larry Fitzgerald, we break down the pedigree, the loyalty, and the logic behind the Valley's biggest stories.PART 1: THE HIRE & THE HERITAGE00:00 - Welcome11:07 - The 2-Minute WarningRapid-fire recap: The high-scoring shootout in Portland and the 4th-quarter collapse against the Warriors. Plus, ASU takes care of business in Salt Lake City.13:26 - THE ABSOLUTE VERDICT: The One-Club KingIn light of the HOF news, we look at the future. Why Devin Booker (in season 11) is the only athlete in the Valley with the DNA to inherit the Fitzgerald mantle of lifelong loyalty.19:35 - THE HIRE: The Mike LaFleur Era BeginsThe Podium Energy: Breaking down the intro presser and the Matt LaFleur "Family Scrum."Locker Room Buy-In: Reaction from Mack Wilson Sr. and Michael Wilson.The Pro-AM Report: Tyler Drake catches up with Trey McBride, Budda Baker, and Zaven Collins at the WM Phoenix Open for their raw reaction to the hire.The Media Cycle: Reactions from Wolf & Luke and Bickley & Marotta.PART 2: THE LEGEND & THE LAPSE2:48:40 - THE LEGEND: Larry Fitzgerald HOFThe Reveal: The NFL Honors audio and the emotional Randy Moss surprise (The Ballboy to the Hall).The Inner Circle: Cam Cox (12 News) with exclusive 1-on-1s with Larry and Larry Sr.The Legacy Question: Reacting to Wolf & Luke: "How will the Valley remember Larry Fitzgerald?"3:28:50 - THE CALL OUT: Larry FitzgeraldRE-SPECT: High-intensity, Pantera-style tribute to the GOAT. The 48-year wait since Larry Wilson (1978) is over.3:31:48 - SUNS POST-MORTEM: The 4th Quarter RealityThe Jordan Ott Perspective: Breaking down the post-game sound and the practice availability regarding the Warriors collapse.The Bounce Back: Jordan Goodwin joins Burns & Gambo to discuss the locker room's mental state heading into the 76ers matchup.Follow The Valley Verdict:Facebook: [@thevalleyverdict]Instagram: [@thevalleyverdictpodcast]YouTube: [@thevalleyverdict]

Comedian Geoffrey Asmus explains how Catholic school, priests chasing laughs, and a Randy Moss analogy shaped his sense of what technically counts as a joke. We talk about layered comedy that lets different audiences hear different things and how losing fans can be a sign the bit is working. Plus: Lutherans, LinkedIn shame, Wikipedia ambition, country capitals, and why spacing is the real superpower. Produced by Corey Wara Video and Social Media by Geoff Craig Do you have questions or comments, or just want to say hello? Email us at ⁠⁠⁠⁠thegist@mikepesca.com For full Pesca content and updates, check out our website at https://www.mikepesca.com/⁠ For ad-free content or to become a Pesca Plus subscriber, check out ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://subscribe.mikepesca.com/ For Mike's daily takes on Substack, subscribe to The Gist List https://mikepesca.substack.com/ Follow us on Social Media:⁠⁠⁠⁠ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC4_bh0wHgk2YfpKf4rg40_g⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pescagist/ X https://x.com/pescami TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/@pescagist To advertise on the show, contact ⁠⁠⁠⁠ad-sales@libsyn.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ or visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://advertising.libsyn.com/TheGist

Send us a textThe mic is live, the room is rowdy, and the stories come fast. We open with a jolt: a wild mascot bit that crosses from goofy into uncomfortable, sparking a candid riff on where hype becomes harm and why game-day theater sometimes tips over its own edge. From there the energy clicks into rhythm as a simple “bang bang” turns into a shared pulse, the kind of chant that binds strangers into one crowd and snaps everyone into game mode without a play being called.That heartbeat carries us straight into the truth every fan knows: the stubborn hope of “always next year.” We pick at the scab and the shine—how a city survives heartbreak, how a fanbase keeps the faith, and why some losses tell bigger stories than wins. San Francisco's recent Super Bowl saga sets the table. Names fly—Joe Flacco, Ray Lewis, Randy Moss—and with them the flavor of another era: blackout tension, momentum swings, and the long shadow a championship casts over a franchise. We talk recency bias in bragging rights, why the most recent ring speaks the loudest at any table, and how it shapes the way fans remember, argue, and dream.By the time we say, “Y'all ready?” the pre-show has done its job. The jokes loosen the gears, the chant primes the blood, and the memories give the next snap context. If you've ever felt a stadium chant crawl up your spine or defended your team with stats and scars, you'll hear yourself in this one. Hit play, ride the noise, and then tell us your most painful loss or loudest win. Subscribe, share with a fellow fan who needs the therapy, and drop a review so we can bring more of this chaos and heart to your feed.Thanks for listening to the Nobody's Talking Podcast. Follow us on Twitter: (nobodystalking1), Instagram : (nobodystalkingpodcast) and email us at (nobodystalkingpodcast@gmail.com) Thank you!

The show kicks off with PTF and Nick Tammaro going over Saturday's Sunset Six, featuring the last three races at Gulfstream Park and the last three at Santa Anita. In the process, they'll cover a quartet of stakes including the Holy Bull, an important Kentucky Derby prep race.Next up, Jerry Bailey and Randy Moss are here with their thoughts on the three big stakes at Gulfstream.The In the Money Players' Podcast is the the place for free horse racing tips and analysis.

The show kicks off with PTF and Nick Tammaro going over Saturday's Sunset Six, featuring the last three races at Gulfstream Park and the last three at Santa Anita. In the process, they'll cover a quartet of stakes including the Holy Bull, an important Kentucky Derby prep race.Next up, Jerry Bailey and Randy Moss are here with their thoughts on the three big stakes at Gulfstream.The In the Money Players' Podcast is the the place for free horse racing tips and analysis.

From Barbados to the NFL, former DB Robert Bailey shares the story of his football journey. He talks about growing up in Miami, earning playing time as a freshman at the University of Miami, and being part of championship teams during the school’s most legendary eras. Robert breaks down unforgettable NFL moments including a pick-six against Jerry Rice, facing Randy Moss and Michael Irvin, and setting the NFL record for the longest punt return on the same day his son was born. He also opens up about his career-ending neck injury, life after football as a sports agent, and the personal loss that led him to create the Kennedy Kids Foundation. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Barbados to the NFL, former DB Robert Bailey shares the story of his football journey. He talks about growing up in Miami, earning playing time as a freshman at the University of Miami, and being part of championship teams during the school’s most legendary eras. Robert breaks down unforgettable NFL moments including a pick-six against Jerry Rice, facing Randy Moss and Michael Irvin, and setting the NFL record for the longest punt return on the same day his son was born. He also opens up about his career-ending neck injury, life after football as a sports agent, and the personal loss that led him to create the Kennedy Kids Foundation. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

From Barbados to the NFL, former DB Robert Bailey shares the story of his football journey. He talks about growing up in Miami, earning playing time as a freshman at the University of Miami, and being part of championship teams during the school’s most legendary eras. Robert breaks down unforgettable NFL moments including a pick-six against Jerry Rice, facing Randy Moss and Michael Irvin, and setting the NFL record for the longest punt return on the same day his son was born. He also opens up about his career-ending neck injury, life after football as a sports agent, and the personal loss that led him to create the Kennedy Kids Foundation. The NFL Players: Second Acts podcast is a production of the NFL in partnership with iHeart Media.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

PTF hosts NBC's Randy Moss for a look at the two Grade 1's on Pegasus Day 2026 at Gulfstream Park on Saturday, January 24. Mikee P. welcomes accomplished horseplayer Chris Cupples to the In the Money Media Podcast for a full breakdown of the Sunset Six for Saturday, January 24th.

Go to www.LearningLeader.com to learn more... This is brought to you by Insight Global. If you need to hire one person, hire a team of people, or transform your business through Talent or Technical Services, Insight Global's team of 30,000 people around the world has the hustle and grit to deliver. www.InsightGlobal.com/LearningLeader My Guest: Mike Deegan just led Denison University Baseball to their first College World Series appearance in program history. He's been named Coach of the Year in back-to-back years and is the all-time winningest coach in school history. In this conversation, Mike shares how he uses Mudita to build culture, how to help people get out of slumps, and why discipline and consistency are superpowers. Key Learnings (in Mike's words) Mudita is a vicarious joy. Can I be happy for another's success as if it's my own? To me, that is like the secret sauce of life. Obviously, in a sports team, not everyone can be the star. One of the biggest misconceptions is that the star rotates. Yeah, you need a superstar to compete at the highest levels, but to win, you're going to need pinch runners, you're going to need the guy laying a big block. It's going to take everyone. It's really celebrating everyone's contribution. In recruiting, I ask parents: Can you be happy for another kid's success as if it's your own? If your neighbor gets a new car, are you happy for them? Or do you say, "Oh, I wish. I bet his parents bought that for him." There are just different ways to show up for people, where you can just have joy. By pouring yourself into others, especially in sports, I think it frees you up to perform your best.  Envy is a natural feeling. I don't want anyone to feel that envy from me. I think what we're saying is that envy is a natural feeling. Wanting to do great yourself, those are very natural, and I want people to live in that space. But can we just stop it and be a little bit more intentional and just celebrate what other people are doing well? Spot the good first. As a consultant, there are two ways you can do things. One is to find the negative, and that's really easy to do. But I try to go and spot the good first. There's plenty of time to nitpick later on. Find some opportunities to help people grow.  People love to talk about themselves. My wife is very quiet, a great listener, and people love her. She has a million best friends, and no one knows it because she doesn't talk a whole lot. She just listens. If you can just listen and get people to talk about what they're passionate about, it's a life secret. You can tell when someone's really passionate about what they're doing, and you can tell when they're on the fence because they speed up when they talk, they get a little excited. Curiosity is a great way to show love. If you approach it from envy, we don't unpack the cool story. But if you lead with curiosity and not envy, it unpacks everything. I do think it takes a level of self-awareness and comfort in your own skin.  How to build self-awareness: Read, write, and get around wise people. If you read a decent amount, if you write (and that was my forcing function, to actually write and put thought to paper), and then get around wise people and just have conversations, I think you'll start building out the awareness of who you are and what you value.  A systems thinker builds frameworks that outlast individuals. It's someone who can build out frameworks that are built to put people and the organization in the best spot to win and be successful. It's a framework that outlasts individuals. Coaches may leave or players may leave, but if you have a system built out that it can sustain losing certain individuals, because things are cranking and you can repeat the work. You can do iterations and quickly test if you're getting closer or further from your goals. I almost try to talk people out of coming here. The most underrated thing in our recruiting is when they sit with me, I almost try to talk people out of coming here. I'll say, "Hey, what's the main driver?" If they say playing time, I'm like, "Hey, that's great. That's an awesome goal, but I wouldn't come here for that. We're going to play our best players. But that's not why you come to Denison. You come to be a part of something bigger than yourself, and there are all these other places where you're going to have a much better shot at that." I'm always listening in on what they value and trying to challenge it. Almost get people to self-select out. The better your culture is, you can take chances on people. It's like Randy Moss and the New England Patriots. Tom Brady was an alpha, and you could bring people in and take a risk and see if they can conform to the culture a little bit. When you have things in place, our locker room was phenomenal. People would say, "Hey, I don't know, this kid has some red flags." I'm like, "Red flags, like he's a serial killer? Or like red flag,s like he's super competitive?" The locker room would take care of a lot of that. If there's something built out that you feel pretty strongly about, I think you can take in some of these high-risk, high-reward people because they can't damage the culture like you would think they can. Early on in that tenure, I was very, very careful with this. But now we can take some chances on people if the DNA is right. The lack of seriousness pushed people out. When I took over, I'm the opposite of the guy I played for. And every time someone quit, I would just say thank you. And I meant that too because we were going in a certain direction. There was talent. It needed more seriousness. We had enough talent that it was going to allow us to compete at a conference level. I think it's amazing when you can just put boundaries and guardrails and point people in the right direction. We just provided a little structure, a little discipline. The DNA of great teams: Roles, sacrifice, discipline, leadership, joy. Everyone has a role and to beat objective expectations. When good meets good, you have got to understand that every role is essential to the cause. Status goes away. Second, we're in this together. There's no prima donna. I think that's what happens with championship teams. For us to compete on a national level, our guys do miss out on a lot. Grades may suffer. There are trade-offs with this thing. Then I hear discipline. Discipline and consistency is a superpower. The people that I see that really excel in the professional baseball world they seem to have a maturity about them at a much younger age. And that comes with discipline and consistency. Then leadership. There's going to be someone that's navigating the ship. In my beautiful world, it would be where that person's not an egomaniac. They're not in front. They're just waiting for everyone to get out. The last thing is joy. People tend to enjoy what they're doing. They do it with a smile on their face.  "Don't hire for when you think times are good. Hire for the person you wanna be around when times are bad because they're coming." An example of a great team outside of sports: The Chilean miners found roles quickly and stuck together. They had food for two days but rationed it out. They had a spiritual leader, medical guy, someone to keep them on task. Everyone had a specific role and they performed it. How you talk to your teammates is how you should talk to yourself. I had a conversation with a kid that I really admire on our team and I said, "Hey man, I never hear you talk to your teammates like you talk to yourself. Give yourself some grace." Being really hard on yourself can also be a cop out because there are ways to channel that. Sometimes people will say "I'm a perfectionist, or that's just who I am." Come on man. A perfectionist to me, they put an insane amount of work to earn the right to be. I think we use that term pretty lightly sometimes. Confidence is built through evidence. Ryan's self-talk before a keynote sounds like this, "What an opportunity to create some evidence."  How to help a hitter get out of a slump: Simplify and control the controllables. When a player's in a slump, they're probably working harder than they've ever worked in their life. But I think it's almost like they're working aimlessly. So what I try to do is simplify. I had a hitter once, he's trying everything.  I gave him one swing thought for two weeks. Just get the barrel to the ball. Don't worry about launch angle, don't worry about exit velo. Can you just put good wood on the ball? We're going to control what we can control. And slowly you start seeing some results and that evidence starts compounding and you get your mojo back. You gotta be intentional with your energy before high performance. As a coach, how you show up is going to be really, really important. I saw Texas A&M's coach say you have to be the opposite of what the moment requires. While everyone's excited, you need to be the calm. And then when the proverbial is hitting the fan, you have to be the one with optimism. Getting yourself in the right mental frame to handle high performance is required of a coach and a leader. Baseball teaches you to stay calm for three hours. You don't play baseball at 130 heartbeat. It's more of Can you get that thing down? And anything I do to increase it myself, I'm going against what it takes to be a successful player. People can think baseball is boring, but what you're seeing is people trying to stay calm for three hours.  Does that intensity actually lead to results? It's just basic stoicism. Baseball is the ultimate controlling what you can control and releasing what you can't. I don't know if this next ball's coming to me, but what do I do now? I can control my breathing. I control my first pitch prep step. What can you control? And I would challenge you to think, does that intensity or that emotion, does it actually lead to results or not? If it's helping you be the best version of yourself, go ahead and do it. But sometimes that overstimulation, that over emotion, it's probably just putting a lot of anxiety on your people. Just regulate, stay calm and execute. What does the team need from you right now? I think a good analogy is a cornerman in boxing. My dad used to always say, Watch a cornerman in boxing because some people you gotta smack. Some people say, "Come on champ. You're the best. You're the best. You're the best." When you're walking out there, you're trying to think, what does the team need from you right now? What message? If I'm a mirror, what do they need to see? Do they need to see calm, they need to see reassurance? Are we playing a little timid and scared? And maybe you're trying to jolt them a little bit with some energy and some choice words. There's an intentionality to it. You're trying to speak some stuff into existence, even if you're making stuff up. You acknowledge it, and then you also try to point them in a direction for improvement. Life throws haymakers at you all the time. I think that's the greatest gift that we can give people through sports. Most of us experience adversity along the way. It's this unique ability to just keep moving. You reflect, you try to get better. You give yourself some grace, you move on. You just keep working through that process. As simple as it may sound to us, I don't think many people can get there.  "Setbacks are temporary. I bounce back quickly." I write this down in my lineup card. You're creating evidence. It's something very simple, but I'm going to take a punch and I'll bounce back quickly. I think those are just good reminders in life. This happens. We're going to respond. Reflection Questions Mike practices Mudita by being genuinely happy for others' success without envy. Think of someone in your life who recently had a big win (promotion, new house, achievement). Were you genuinely happy for them, or did envy creep in? What would it look like to celebrate them more fully? He says "Don't hire for when you think times are good. Hire for the person you wanna be around when times are bad." Who on your current team would you want in the foxhole with you during a crisis, and what qualities make them that person? Mike asks himself before big moments: "What does the team need from me right now?" rather than just reacting emotionally. Think about a high-pressure situation coming up in your life. What will your team/family/colleagues need from you in that moment, and how can you prepare to show up that way? More Learning #217 - JJ Reddick: You've Never Arrived, You're Always Becoming #281 - George Raveling: Eight Decades of Wisdom #509 - Buzz Williams: The 9 Daily Disciplines Audio Timestamps: 02:11 Implementing Mudita in Teams 06:22 Curiosity and Spotting the Good 14:54 Recruiting and Hiring Philosophy 20:36 Building a Winning Culture 24:46 DNA of Great Teams 27:55 The Importance of Team Sacrifice 28:53 Leadership and Joy in Tough Times 29:42 Handling Adversity in Sports 31:06 The Role of Self-Talk in Performance 36:52 Staying Calm Under Pressure 42:26 Lessons from Sports for Life 46:12 The Value of Resilience and Bouncing Back 48:29 EOPC