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The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Joe House to react to the Hawks trading Trae Young to the Wizards (2:54). Then, Billy Gil joins to break down the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs before making their Ringer 107 picks for the week (23:18). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Joe House and Billy Gil Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Searchlight Pictures: Is This Thing On? Directed by Bradley Cooper. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The guys preview wild-card weekend, including Rams-Panthers, Bears-Packers, and Bills-Jaguars, and discuss what it all means for the playoff picture. They also debate the Rams' dominance, the Bears' magic, and Jacksonville's legitimacy—and Craig finally watched 'The Lord of the Rings' for the first time. (00:00) Intro (02:34) Dolphins fire Mike McDaniel (21:37) Rams @ Panthers (30:15) Packers @ Bears (37:09) Bills @ Jaguars (44:18) Chargers @ Patriots (49:44) 49ers @ Eagles (56:27) Texans @ Steelers (01:07:10) Ringer 107 picks (01:15:42) Emails Discord link: https://discord.gg/Ge8bbYHrau Check out the 2025 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings: https://fantasyfootball.theringer.com/ Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Kai Grady, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie “Arcade”: NSYBBH8ONNLKC7H4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes The Ringer's own Howard Beck to the podcast! The two chat about the wide-open Eastern Conference, the risk/reward of giving Trae Young a max, and which team hasn't taken advantage of the weakened East. They dig into whether or not Ja Morant, LaMelo Ball, and Zion Williamson have met or performed below expectations. Then, Jason welcomes Yahoo Sports' Charles McDonald to the pod! The two chat about the backlash Charles got for his Shedeur Sanders criticism, how much pressure is on Josh Allen this playoff run, and why Caleb Williams's second-year improvements deserve more love. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: ⁠708-550-3781⁠. Host: Jason Goff Guests: Howard Beck and Charles McDonald Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:51) — GIANTS: JJ gives his resolutions for how the NY sports team can improve in 2026. (16:17) — KNICKS: The Knicks end their losing streak with a win over the Clippers on Wednesday before they head west for a four-game road trip. (18:55) — HOT STOVE: The Yankees have been linked to Bo Bichette, plus the latest on Cody Bellinger and Kyle Tucker. (24:20) — CALLS: Callers talk about the Knicks, Yankees, and Giants. (36:38) — TODD MCSHAY: The Ringer's Todd McShay returns to discuss the Jets–Dante Moore talks, Fernando Mendoza, and who should be the Giants' next head coach. (61:23) — OLD SCHOOL VS. NEW SCHOOL: JJ and Joe B are back to make their picks for the wild-card round in Old School vs. New School. (89:03) — ART DICESARE: Handicapper Art DiCesare grades Joe and JJ's picks, gives his best bets, and tells you what to avoid in the wild-card round. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the listener line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski. Follow NYNY on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynytheringer/ Host: John Jastremski Guests: Todd McShay, Art DiCesare, and Joe Benigno Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and The Ringer's own Billy Gil get together to analyze and debate some of the biggest NFL media talking points surrounding this weekend's NFC wild-card games. (00:00) The most interesting story lines in the NFC wild-card matchups (1:57) Rams-Panthers (11:23) Packers-Bears (20:18) 49ers-Eagles The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Billy Gil Producer: Chris Sutton Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Social: Kiera Givens Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles' wild-card matchup against the San Francisco 49ers. Zach gives his three big things from the week at NovaCare. Does Nick Sirianni have a chip on his shoulder going up against Kyle Shanahan? Is Kevin Patullo coaching for his job? If the Eagles win or lose, what will the headlines be? Plus, mailbag and predictions! ZB's three big things (3:04) Sirianni vs. Shanahan (20:38) Kliff Kingsbury to the Eagles? (23:48) If the Eagles win, what's the headline? (35:30) If the Eagles lose, what's the headline? (43:36) Mailbag (48:27) Predictions (1:51:02) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian opens by discussing why the Patriots should win on Sunday and why much of the NFL media seems to be rooting against them before touching on the Celtics' loss to the Nuggets on Wednesday night (0:00). Then, he chats with the Boston Herald's Zack Cox about the Chargers-Pats game, how the Pats can take advantage of the Chargers' banged-up offensive line, Josh McDaniels's creative play calling, the Pats' dynamic running back duo, and more (20:30). Then, Brian and Jamie give out their picks and best bets for the wild-card round of the NFL playoffs (55:15). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Zack Cox Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by The Ringer's own Diante Lee to share their instant reactions to the news of John Harbaugh being fired by the Ravens as their head coach. (00:00) John Harbaugh fired! (1:56) Why did the Ravens have to fire John Harbaugh? (14:10) Who should be the next coach of the Ravens? (22:19) What's next for John Harbaugh? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Diante Lee Producer: Chris Sutton Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Social: Kiera Givens Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Full Go returns as Jason welcomes Kevin Fishbain to the podcast! The two chat about what is important to take from the Bears' loss to the Lions, discuss Ben Johnson's late-game situational decisions, and give an early preview of Bears-Packers on Saturday (2:04). Next, Jason explains why he doesn't think Caleb Williams is close to his ceiling, why his confidence is palpable, and why the Bears are headed in the right direction with Caleb and Ben. Then, Jason talks about his takeaways from the College Football Playoff before wrapping up with an update on the Bulls and why the Cubs are in trouble if they miss out on their big free agent targets (37:10). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: ⁠708-550-3781⁠. Host: Jason Goff Guest: Kevin Fishbain Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Jon has been checking the market for NFL coaches for hire. Joe DeCamara asks Jon Ritchie if he thinks the Eagles offense has what it takes to pull it together in the playoffs. Joe DeCamara thinks they'll improve only “a little bit”. The Morning Show strongly disagrees with Jon Ritchie's preference of Kyle Shanahan over Nick Sirianni. The Ringer's Sheil Kapadia joins the show to provide his expertise.

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Kirk Goldsberry to discuss all the NBA teams through updated power rankings (3:16). Then, Chris Ryan and Craig Horlbeck join to talk about their favorite NFL teams and the playoff picture (01:38:38). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Kirk Goldsberry, Chris Ryan, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is brought to you by Apple Watch. Find our more at apple.com/apple-watch-series-11 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports to preview the Eagles' matchup against the San Francisco 49ers at the Linc on Sunday. How will Vic Fangio prepare for Kyle Shanahan's explosive offense? How can the Eagles attack the 49ers defense? Plus, Shawn's Movie Minute and Sheil's review of 'Marty Supreme' (SPOILER ALERT). 49ers offense vs. Eagles defense (5:06) *SPOILER ALERT* 'Marty Supreme' (20:54) Fangio vs. Shanahan (33:23) Movie Minute (45:53) Eagles offense vs. 49ers defense (52:51) What should the Eagles game plan be? (1:00:42) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Tuesday's   Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett starts off Tuesday's show with an update and commentary about the Atlanta Falcons asking permission to speak with Seahawks offensive coordinator Klint Kubiak.  Puck sure feels Kubiak isn't cut out to be a head coach. Puck then talks college football and life with John Canzano, “Bald Faced Truth” and JohnCanzano.com.  What odds does he give Oregon in their rematch with Indiana?  John sat down with Dan Lanning recently on his YouTube show and Lanning has several ideas how to fix college football.  John feels strongly that Miami will advance past Ole Miss.  Pac-12 may be expanding in football, who's coming?  Also, what annoys you more, the person who cuts the line off the airline or the person that doesn't put their shopping cart back?Danny Kelly, The Ringer, joins Puck and describes what a nervous wreck he was watching the Seahawks take on the Niners.  Who does he prefer the Seahawks see in the divisional round…anyone but the RAMS!   Danny and Puck make their case (even though it won't happen) for Grey Zabel to be the offensive rookie of the year and Danny gives his picks for the wild card weekend. “On This Day…”   Nancy Kerrigan attacked and Lenny Wilkens milestonePuck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”    Matt Stafford is the MVP of the NFL. Case closed. (1:00) Puck (7:03) John Canzano  (31:52) Danny Kelly, The Ringer (1:04:46)  “On this Day….”  (1:07:13) “Hey, What the Puck!?”  

Brian discusses his initial thoughts about the upcoming Patriots-Chargers playoff game, and why the Patriots should win, before hitting on Drake Maye's MVP case and what the Celtics should do with Jayson Tatum (0:00). Then, he chats with The Ringer's Justin Verrier about the Celtics' terrific season, Brad Stevens's amazing job as GM, where the Celtics rank among the NBA's top contenders, and more (24:40). Brian and Jamie end with a listener call before discussing the Red Sox's offseason and Drake Maye vs. Matthew Stafford (58:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Justin Verrier Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the Ravens miss the game-winning field goal against the Steelers to recap Week 18 (2:26). Then, they guess the lines for Round 1 before ending with Parent Corner (01:02:42). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is brought to you by Apple Watch. Find our more at apple.com/apple-watch-series-11 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by The Ringer's own Billy Gil to talk about the teams, games, and players who created the biggest headlines in the final week of the regular season. (00:00) Winners and losers from Week 18 (1:30) Ravens-Steelers (8:55) Panthers-Bucs (18:04) Myles Garrett (23:52) Tom Brady (30:20) Player bonus roundup The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Billy Gil Producer: Chris Sutton Video Editor: Stefano Sanchez Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Eagles have their playoff opponent set, as old foe the San Francisco 49ers will be coming to town. Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the matchup, as well as the Eagles' 24–17 loss to the Commanders with the No. 2 seed in the conference on the line. The big question is whether the Eagles should have played their starters. How realistic is it for the Eagles to make a Super Bowl run? Should we pump the brakes on Tanner McKee? Plus, a quick discussion on the Sixers and Flyers. Should the Eagles have played the starters? (3:34) Eagles path to the Super Bowl (8:48) Matchup with the 49ers (13:53) Confidence meter (21:15) Why can the Eagles go on a run? (23:34) Why would the season end early? (28:17) Tanner McKee (36:51) Sixers & Flyers (56:52) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(2:45) — GIANTS: The Giants finish their season on a two-game win streak as they beat the Cowboys, 34-17. (10:13) — JETS: The Jets complete the tank as they finish with the second pick in the 2026 NFL draft after a 35-8 loss to the Bills. (17:22) — KNICKS: The Knicks are on a three-game skid as they head to Detroit to face the Pistons in a rematch from their playoff series last season. (21:21) — YANKEES: The Yankees have been linked to Edward Cabrera and have made another offer to Cody Bellinger. (22:51) — CALLS: Callers talk Jets and Giants. (34:45) — JORDAN RAANAN: ESPN's Jordan Raanan returns to discuss how the Giants fared this season, their upcoming coaching search, and whether Jaxson Dart can be the franchise QB. (56:49) — CP THE FANCHISE: CP of KnicksFanTV joins the show to discuss the Knicks' current slump, Mike Brown's system, and their upcoming rematch the Pistons. (76:44) — TWO QUESTIONS: JJ answers random questions. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the listener line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski Follow NYNY on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynytheringer/ Host: John Jastremski Guests: Jordan Raanan and CP The Fanchise Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian breaks down the Patriots' blowout win over the Dolphins and why Drake Maye deserves to win the NFL's MVP, before marveling at Jaylen Brown's 50-point game in the Celtics' win over the Clippers on Saturday night (0:00). Then, Brian chats with three-time Super Bowl champ James White about the Pats win and Rhamondre Stevenson's rejuvenated running (40:30). They break down Week 18 around the NFL, and the next week's Pats-Chargers playoff game. Brian and producer Jamie end with a listener call before offering up some final thoughts on the Pats as they head into the playoffs (1:05:30). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: James White Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JJ, Raheem, House, and Dabbundo recap Week 18 in the NFL, discuss the best wild-card matchups, and get AD's takeaways from this weekend. -Steelers win the North (:20) -Week 18 recap (5:02)-Wild-card weekend (24:36)-3 & Out with AD (39:19) Hosts: John Jastremski, Raheem Palmer, Joe House, and Anthony DabbundoProducers: Michael Szokoli, Oscar De La Luz, and Stefan Anderson Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringergambling/.Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ringergambling. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

SPECIAL GUEST ALERT! JBonez joins the show, you may know him as the YuppieYinzer, he is the Ringer and a true football guy.WE ARE BACK for round 18 of our NFL Pick 'em contest on the CBS website. We went 8-7 (Another winning week) in week 17 and we are now 136-113 overall (we're back), and no better time to go 15-1 (After the 49ers stunk it up)! Now it's week 18 of the NFL, always a weird NFL week. Let's put on our wizard hats & bust out the crystal balls.We're gonna find out in this bonus episode if we know ball (not advice though). We've got a beautiful slate of NFL games to pick, one in each time slot. Look alive!Follow us on other platforms here:HOF Bets: https://hof-bets.app.link/millygoats (Promo Code: MILLYGOATS)Twitter - https://www.twitter.com/MillyGoatsInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/TheMillyGoatsYouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@TheMillyGoatsTwitch - https://www.twitch.tv/TheMillyGoatsPodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@TheMillyGoatsApple Pod - https://rb.gy/0meu1Spotify Pod - https://t.ly/ZUfObWeb - https://themillygoats.godaddysites.com/

Brian Barrett hosts the "Off the Pike" podcast for The Ringer and Spotify. Brian joins the program to discuss the Boston Celtics ascent to the top of the Eastern Conference, Jaylen feeling disrespected, and what he wants to see from Brown when Tatum comes back. X: @itsbrianbarrett 8:27 Celtics getting key contributions from role players consistently 14:56 Coach of the Year odds 34:05 Jaylen being petty about losing Eastern Conference Player of the Month 48:41 Jaylen and Jayson fitting together Available for download on iTunes and Spotify on Saturday, January 3rd 2026. Celtics Beat is powered by Prize Picks! Prize Picks is the official daily fantasy sponsor of CLNS Media. Download the app and use the promo code CLNS for $50 instantly when you play $5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Peter Schrager and Joe House to talk about the NFL MVP race before making their Ringer 107 picks (3:06). Then, Sean Fennessey joins the pod to discuss Bill's 21 best sports movies of the 21st century (01:22:47). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Peter Schrager, Joe House, and Sean Fennessey Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Zach Berman of The Athletic to discuss the Eagles' final regular-season game this Sunday against the Washington Commanders. Is Philly making a mistake by resting the majority of its starters? Which players have incentives on the line? Sheil plays guess the lines for the Eagles' possible playoff opponents. What are the headlines if the Eagles win or lose the final game of the regular season? Plus, the mailbag and predictions! Eagles resting their starters (2:16) Performance incentives (13:59) Team injury status (16:42) Guess the lines (25:19) Headlines if the Eagles win or lose (39:50) Mailbag (47:15) Predictions (1:54:21) Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Zach Berman Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sal, Dabbundo, and Tate recap the CFP quarterfinals, give out their best bets for Week 18, and declare their hot takes for the new year. -CFP recap (3:08)-Ringer 107 (27:00)-Week 18 player props (39:55)-New Year's hot takes (43:10)-Best bets (51:18) Hosts: Cousin Sal, Tate Frazier, Anthony DabbundoProducers: Michael Szokoli, Oscar De La Luz Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ringergambling/Subscribe on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ringergambling The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Episode 210: Heat Stroke BasicsWritten by Jacob Dunn, MS4, American University of the Caribbean. Edits and comments by Hector Arreaza, MD.You are listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast, your weekly dose of knowledge brought to you by the Rio Bravo Family Medicine Residency Program from Bakersfield, California, a UCLA-affiliated program sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista, Let Us Be Your Healthcare Home. This podcast was created for educational purposes only. Visit your primary care provider for additional medical advice. Definition:Heat stroke represents the most severe form of heat-related illness, characterized by a core body temperature exceeding 40°C (104°F) accompanied by central nervous system (CNS) dysfunction. Arreaza: Key element is the body temperature and altered mental status. Jacob: This life-threatening condition arises from the body's failure to dissipate heat effectively, often in the context of excessive environmental heat load or strenuous physical activity. Arreaza: You mentioned, it is a spectrum. What is the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke? Jacob: Unlike milder heat illnesses such as heat exhaustion, heat stroke involves multisystem organ dysfunction driven by direct thermal injury, systemic inflammation, and cytokine release. You can think of it as the body's thermostat breaking under extreme stress — leading to rapid, cascading failures if not addressed immediately. Arreaza: Tell us what you found out about the pathophysiology of heat stroke?Jacob: Pathophysiology: Under normal conditions, the body keeps its core temperature tightly controlled through sweating, vasodilation of skin blood vessels, and behavioral responses like seeking shade or drinking water. But in extreme heat or prolonged exertion, those mechanisms get overwhelmed.Once core temperature rises above about 40°C (104°F), the hypothalamus—the brain's thermostat—can't keep up. The body shifts from controlled thermoregulation to uncontrolled, passive heating. Heat stroke isn't just someone getting too hot—it's a full-blown failure of the body's heat-regulating system. Arreaza: So, it's interesting. the cell functions get affected at this point, several dangerous processes start happening at the same time.Jacob: Yes: Cellular Heat InjuryHigh temperatures disrupt proteins, enzymes, and cell membranes. Mitochondria start to fail, ATP production drops, and cells become leaky. This leads to direct tissue injury in vital organs like the brain, liver, kidneys, and heart.Arreaza: Yikes. Cytokines play a big role in the pathophysiology of heat stroke too. Jacob: Systemic Inflammatory ResponseHeat damages the gut barrier, allowing endotoxins to enter the bloodstream. This triggers a massive cytokine release—similar to sepsis. The result is widespread inflammation, endothelial injury, and microvascular collapse.Arreaza: What other systems are affected?Coagulation AbnormalitiesEndothelial damage activates the clotting cascade. Patients may develop a DIC-like picture: microthrombi forming in some areas while clotting factors get consumed in others. This contributes to organ dysfunction and bleeding.Circulatory CollapseAs the body shunts blood to the skin for cooling, perfusion to vital organs drops. Combine that with dehydration from sweating and fluid loss, and you get hypotension, decreased cardiac output, and worsening ischemia.Arreaza: And one of the key features is neurologic dysfunction.Jacob: Neurologic DysfunctionThe brain is extremely sensitive to heat. Encephalopathy, confusion, seizures, and coma occur because neurons malfunction at high temperatures. This is why altered mental status is the hallmark of true heat stroke.Arreaza: Cell injury, inflammation, coagulopathy, circulatory collapse and neurologic dysfunction. Jacob: Ultimately, heat stroke is a multisystem catastrophic event—a combination of thermal injury, inflammatory storm, coagulopathy, and circulatory collapse. Without rapid cooling and aggressive supportive care, these processes spiral into irreversible organ failure.Background and Types:Arreaza: Heat stroke is part of a spectrum of heat-related disorders—it is a true medical emergency. Mortality rate reaches 30%, even with optimal treatment. This mortality correlates directly with the duration of core hyperthermia. I'm reminded of the first time I heard about heat stroke in a baby who was left inside a car in the summer 2005. Jacob: There are two primary types: -nonexertional (classic) heat stroke, which develops insidiously over days and predominantly affects vulnerable populations like children, the elderly, and those with chronic illnesses during heat waves; -exertional heat stroke, which strikes rapidly in young, otherwise healthy individuals, often during intense exercise in hot, humid conditions. Arreaza: In our community, farm workers are especially at risk of heat stroke, but any person living in the Central Valley is basically at risk.Jacob: Risk factors amplify vulnerability across both types, including dehydration, cardiovascular disease, medications that impair sweating (e.g., anticholinergics), and acclimatization deficits. Notably, anhidrosis (lack of sweating) is common but not required for diagnosis. Hot, dry skin can signal the shift from heat exhaustion to stroke. Arreaza: What other conditions look like heat stroke?Differential Diagnosis:Jacob: Presenting with altered mental status and hyperthermia, heat stroke demands a broad differential to avoid missing mimics. -Environmental: heat exhaustion, syncope, or cramps. -Infectious etiologies like sepsis or meningitis must be ruled out. -Endocrine emergencies such as thyroid storm, pheochromocytoma, or diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA) can overlap. -Neurologic insults include cerebrovascular accident (CVA), hypothalamic lesions (bleeding or infarct), or status epilepticus. -Toxicologic culprits are plentiful—sympathomimetic or anticholinergic toxidromes, salicylate poisoning, serotonin syndrome, malignant hyperthermia, neuroleptic malignant syndrome (NMS), or even alcohol/benzodiazepine withdrawal. When it comes to differentials, it is always best to cast a wide net and think about what we could be missing if this is not heat stroke. Arreaza: Let's say we have a patient with hyperthermia and we have to assess him in the ER. What should we do to diagnose it?Jacob: Workup:Diagnosis is primarily clinical, hinging on documented hyperthermia (>40°C) plus CNS changes (e.g., confusion, delirium, seizures, coma) in a hot environment. Arreaza: No single lab confirms it, but targeted testing allows us to detect complications and rule out alternative diagnosis. Jacob: -Start with ECG to assess for dysrhythmias or ischemic changes (sinus tachycardia is classic; ST depressions or T-wave inversions may hint at myocardial strain). -Labs include complete blood count (CBC), comprehensive metabolic panel (electrolytes, renal function, liver enzymes), glucose, arterial blood gas, lactate (elevated in shock), coagulation studies (for disseminated intravascular coagulation, or DIC), creatine kinase (CK) and myoglobin (for rhabdomyolysis), and urinalysis. Toxicology screen if history suggests. Arreaza: I can imagine doing all this while trying to cool down the patient. What about imaging?-Imaging: chest X-ray for pulmonary issues, non-contrast head CT if neurologic concerns suggest edema or bleed (consider lumbar puncture if infection suspected). It is important to note that continuous core temperature monitoring—via rectal, esophageal, or bladder probe—is essential, not just peripheral skin checks. Arreaza: TreatmentManagement:Time is tissue here—initiate cooling en route, if possible, as delays skyrocket morbidity. ABCs first: secure airway (intubate if needed, favoring rocuronium over succinylcholine to avoid hyperkalemia risk), support breathing, and stabilize circulation. -Remove the patient from the heat source, strip clothing, and launch aggressive cooling to target 38-39°C (102-102°F) before halting to prevent rebound hypothermia. -For exertional cases, ice-water immersion reigns supreme—it's the fastest method, with immersion in cold water resulting in near-100% survival if started within 30 minutes. -Nonexertional benefits from evaporative cooling: mist with tepid water (15-25°C) plus fans for convective airflow. -Adjuncts include ice packs to neck, axillae, and groin; -room-temperature IV fluids (avoid cold initially to prevent shivering); -refractory cases, invasive options like peritoneal lavage, endovascular cooling catheters, or even ECMO. -Fluid resuscitation with lactated Ringer's or normal saline (250-500 mL boluses) protects kidneys and counters rhabdomyolysis—aim for urine output of 2-3 mL/kg/hour. Arreaza: What about medications?Jacob: Benzodiazepines (e.g., lorazepam) control agitation, seizures, or shivering; propofol or fentanyl if intubated. Avoid antipyretics like acetaminophen. For intubation, etomidate or ketamine as induction agents. Hypotension often resolves with cooling and fluids; if not, use dopamine or dobutamine over norepinephrine to avoid vasoconstriction. Jacob: What IV fluid is recommended/best for patients with heat stroke?Both lactated Ringer's solution and normal saline are recommended as initial IV fluids for rehydration, but balanced crystalloids such as LR are increasingly favored due to their lower risk of hyperchloremic metabolic acidosis and AKI. However, direct evidence comparing the two specifically in the setting of heat stroke is limited. Arreaza: Are cold IV fluids better/preferred over room temperature fluids?Cold IV fluids are recommended as an adjunctive therapy to help lower core temperature in heat stroke, but they should not delay or replace primary cooling methods such as cold-water immersion. Cold IV fluids can decrease core temperature more rapidly than room temperature fluids. For example, 30mL/kg bolus of chilled isotonic fluids at 4 degrees Celsius over 30 minutes can decrease core temperature by about 1 degree Celsius, compared to 0.5 degree Celsius with room temperature fluids. Arreaza: Getting cold IV sounds uncomfortable but necessary for those patients. Our favorite topic.Screening and Prevention:-Heat stroke prevention focuses on public health and individual awareness rather than routine testing. -High-risk groups—elderly, children, athletes, laborers, or those on impairing meds—should acclimatize gradually (7-14 days), hydrate preemptively (electrolyte solutions over plain water), and monitor temperature in exertional settings. -Communities during heat waves need cooling centers and alerts. -For clinicians, educate patients with CVD or obesity about early signs like dizziness or nausea. -No formal "screening" exists, but vigilance in EDs during summer surges saves lives. -Arreaza: I think awareness is a key element in prevention, so education of the public through traditional media like TV, and even social media can contribute to the prevention of this catastrophic condition.Jacob: Ya so heat stroke is something that should be on every physician's radar in the central valley especially in the summer time given the hot temperatures. Rapid recognition is key. Arreaza: Thanks, Jacob for this topic, and until next time, this is Dr. Arreaza, signing off.Even without trying, every night you go to bed a little wiser. Thanks for listening to Rio Bravo qWeek Podcast. We want to hear from you, send us an email at RioBravoqWeek@clinicasierravista.org, or visit our website riobravofmrp.org/qweek. See you next week! References:Gaudio FG, Grissom CK. Cooling Methods in Heat Stroke. J Emerg Med. 2016 Apr;50(4):607-16. doi: 10.1016/j.jemermed.2015.09.014. Epub 2015 Oct 31. PMID: 26525947. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26525947/.Platt, M. A., & LoVecchio, F. (n.d.). Nonexertional classic heat stroke in adults. In UpToDate. Retrieved September 7, 2025, from https://www.uptodate.com/contents/nonexertional-classic-heat-stroke-in-adults. (Key addition: Emphasizes insidious onset in at-risk populations and the role of urban heat islands in exacerbating classic cases.) Heat Stroke. WikEM. Retrieved December 3, 2025, from https://wikem.org/wiki/Heat_stroke. (Key additions: Details on cooling rates for immersion therapy, confirmation that anhidrosis is not diagnostic, and fluid titration to urine output for rhabdomyolysis prevention.)Theme song, Works All The Time by Dominik Schwarzer, YouTube ID: CUBDNERZU8HXUHBS, purchased from https://www.premiumbeat.com/. 

Sheil and The Ringer's own Diante Lee get together to analyze the biggest matchups from the Week 18 slate to determine what story lines will have the NFL media buzzing on Monday morning. (00:00) Predicting the Week 18 headlines(1:25) Panthers-Bucs(6:49) Seahawks-49ers(15:19) Ravens-Steelers(27:38) The Ringer 107 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Diante LeeProducer: Chris SuttonSocial: Alysha TsujiProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Full Go returns as Jason is back! He talks about Sunday's game and why it was the most entertaining game he's watched from the Bears ever. He also touches on Ryan Poles hitting on the rookie class, the disappointing defense, and why sustained success is possible for the Bears going forward. Next, Jason and producer Kyle discuss the best in 2025! They discuss Pete Crow-Armstrong's ascension, the year in music, Jason becoming a dad again and getting married, and all sorts of Chicago sports to wrap the year (32:15). The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: ⁠708-550-3781⁠. Host: Jason Goff Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the news that Patriots defensive tackle Christian Barmore is facing a domestic assault and battery charge, then touches how this might affect the team (0:00). Then, he is joined by The Sports Hub's Joe Murray to give out some end-of-the-year awards in Boston sports, including Athlete of the Year, Coach of the Year, and Rookie of the Year (8:15). Brian and Jamie end with their best bets for Week 18 of the NFL season (1:13:10). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Joe Murray Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Rob Mahoney to discuss Jokic's injury, the Clippers' resurgence, and more before jumping into an NBA mailbag to answer some questions (3:15). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Rob Mahoney Producers: Chia Hao Tat, Isaiah Blakely, and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's own Billy Gil joins to celebrate the new year by offering some vital resolutions that the NFL and some of its teams should adopt in 2026. (00:00) New Year's resolutions around the NFL (9:02) New York Jets: Intercept the ball(13:23) Las Vegas Raiders: Trade Maxx Crosby(20:52) Buffalo Bills: Get Josh Allen a no. 1 receiver The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Billy GilProducer: Chris SuttonSocial: Alysha TsujiProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

With various hosts scattered or taking time off for the holidays, Ben Lindbergh and Van Lathan toss out the typical Recommends format for this month and devote the whole episode to one show that hasn't been covered on The Ringer-Verse or ‘House of R': ‘Pluribus.' Ben and Van explore what made Vince Gilligan's Apple TV series a challenging yet fulfilling watch, discuss what sets the series apart from other sci-fi fare, and look ahead to a (distant) second season. Happy New Year! Host: Ben LindberghGuest: Van LathanSenior Producer: Steve Ahlman Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

For the last Stacks Book Club episode of the year, we're diving into Friday Night Lights: A Town, a Team, and a Dream by H.G. Bissinger with Joel Anderson, senior staff writer at The Ringer and co-host of sports & media podcast The Press Box. This book follows the 1988 season of the Permian Panthers, one of the best high-school football teams in Texas history. We discuss whether this book could exist as is today, how we feel about high school athletes getting special academic treatment, and why Joel wants to untether grades from extracurricular activities.There are spoilers in this episode.Be sure to listen to the end of today's episode to find out what our January book club pick will be.You can find everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks website: https://www.thestackspodcast.com/2025/12/31/ep-405-friday-night-lightsConnect with Joel: Instagram | Twitter | BlueskyConnect with The Stacks: Instagram | Threads | Shop | Patreon | Goodreads | Substack | Youtube | SubscribeSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The guys hand out the 2025 Fantasy Football Awards, including Fantasy MVP, LVP, what aged the best, what aged the worst, and more as they recap the entire NFL and fantasy season. They debate McCaffrey vs. Puka, shout out Trey McBride, torch Lamar and Justin Jefferson, and revisit the takes, narratives, and chaos that defined 2025. (00:00) Intro (04:38) Fantasy MVP (23:36) Fantasy LVP (32:30) What Aged the Best? (41:38) What's Aged the Worst (49:43) Dion Waiters Award - Best Waiver Wire Guy of the Year (53:47) Biggest Leap Award (59:13) It's so Over of the Year (01:04:18) We're so back of the Year (01:10:53) Smarter Moves (01:16:00) The Ruffalo-Hanna-Rubinek-Patridge Overacting Award (01:24:15) Quote of the Year (01:31:49) Best Announcer Moment of the Year (01:38:50) Cloyce Box Name of the Year (01:42:14) Ringer 107 (01:45:32) Deadest Dove Do Not Eat Award for the Most Glaringly Obvious Thing You Still Fell For (01:46:26) Most Rewatchable Play (01:48:07) Worst Coach Moment of the Year (01:49:19) Probably Unanswerable Questions (01:50:26) Kyle Pitts Death Valley Award (01:55:29) Stat of the Year (01:56:27) Email of the Year (01:57:42) Life Lesson of the Year (01:58:54) Who Won the Year (02:02:20) Who Lost the Year (02:03:31) Stephen A. Smith Hottest Take Award/Craziest thing anyone said on the show this year Discord link: / discord Check out the 2025 Ringer Fantasy Football Rankings: https://fantasyfootball.theringer.com/ Email us! ringerfantasyfootball@gmail.com This episode is sponsored by Chime. Bank Smarter, Progress Farther The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Danny Heifetz, Danny Kelly, and Craig Horlbeck Producers: Kai Grady, Carlos Chiriboga, and Cameron Dinwiddie “Arcade”: NSYBBH8ONNLKC7H4 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(6:47) — 2026 RESOLUTIONS: JJ gives his resolutions on how the NY sports team can improve in 2026. (15:53) — JETS: The Jets head to Buffalo for their season finale. Can they show a pulse to end the season? (16:59) — KNICKS: The Knicks continue to roll with a win over the Pelicans and head to San Antonio to finish their road trip against the Spurs. (18:21) — CALLS: Callers talk about the Jets. (29:43) — OLD SCHOOL VS. NEW SCHOOL: JJ and Joe B are back to make their picks for NFL Week 18 in Old School vs. New School. (54:20) — ART DICESARE: Handicapper Art DiCesare grades Joe and JJ's picks, gives his best bets, and tells you what to avoid in Week 18. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the listener line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski. Follow NYNY on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynytheringer/ Host: John Jastremski Guests: Art DiCesare and Joe Benigno Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Verno and Jacoby return with the last episode of 2025 as they recap the action from Monday night, including Nikola Jokic's injury (ESPN's Shams Charania reported after the recording that Jokic has been diagnosed with a hyperextension in his left knee and will miss at least the next four weeks), the Raptors getting it done by committee against the Warriors and Magic, the Cavs getting back on track against the Spurs, Deni Avdija's continued success for the Blazers, and how the Mavs are handling Cooper Flagg's development. Next, the guys give out their predictions for 2026. (00:00) Welcome to The Mismatch! (00:26) Nuggets fall to the Heat after Nikola Jokic goes down with injury (05:30) Raptors bounce back after losing to the Wizards with comeback wins against the Warriors and Magic (12:51) Cavs end two-game skid with win over Spurs in San Antonio (16:34) Deni Avdija continues his quietly great season in Blazers win against Mavs (18:53) Will Cooper Flagg ever play with Anthony Davis and Kyrie Irving? (24:45) Verno and Jacoby's prediction no. 1 (37:13) Verno and Jacoby's prediction no. 2 (41:44) Verno and Jacoby's prediction no. 3 (51:20) Verno and Jacoby's prediction no. 4 (58:59) Verno and Jacoby's prediction no. 5 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Leave us a message on our Mismatch voicemail line! (323) 389-5091 Hosts: Chris Vernon and David Jacoby Producers: Jessie Lopez and Stefan Anderson Social: Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by the Ringer's own Austin Gayle to analyze some crucial individual player statistics that will be weighing heavily in the biggest Week 18 matchups. (00:00) Three numbers that matter going into Week 18(1:22) DK Metcalf's receiving yards vs. the rest of the Steelers offense(11:08) Jaxon Smith-Njigba's target share vs the rest of the Seahawks offense(19:37) Baker Mayfield's plummeting EPA numbers The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Austin GayleProducer: Chris SuttonSocial: Alysha TsujiProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Shawn Syed of SumerSports to review the film from the victory over the Buffalo Bills this past Sunday. The question remains: Should the Eagles rest their starters with the no. 2 seed in the NFC still in play? Which NFC opponents would the Eagles likely face, and whom should they prefer? Can the Eagles ride their defense to another Super Bowl run? Just how dreadful has the Eagles offense been, according to the numbers? Plus, Shawn's movie minute and throwback jersey talk. Should the Eagles rest their starters? (02:22) Likely opponents (07:14) The defense (15:21) Jihaad Campbell's future (27:25) Jalen Carter's first game back (31:08) Shawn's Movie Minute (35:53) The offense (42:09) Join us December 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. ET at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly for our first Philly Special meetup. No RSVP is required. We hope to see you there! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Shawn Syed Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Tuesday's   Daily Puck Drop, Jason “Puck” Puckett starts off the show asking if Seahawks fans are ready for their game against the 49ers.  Puck loves the scenario where it's winner takes all and if you look at the matchup on paper and the field the Seahawks have the advantage. Puck is joined by John Canzano from JohnCanzao.comto talk college football, Kyle Whittingham at Michigan, why did Utah let him go, college football playoff preview, and why is college basketball allowing professionals to come back to college to play hoops. Danny Kelly, The Ringer, sits down with Puck and they chat about how nervous and miserable Danny is going to be on Saturday watching the Seahawks game.  Danny would rather have someone tell him the outcome than watch the game!!   They discuss what the biggest storyline will be and that's Mike Macdonald's defense vs. the 49ers. Even though it's a Tuesday, it's an edition of KJ-Arent's with Mitch Levy, because they won't have a show on Thursday on New Years.  Obviously  the biggest topic is the Seahawks and 49ers and Mitch is kinda excited but he would like some insurance on the game and proposes his idea to Seahawks fans.  The full podcast airs during the LIVE Daily Puck Drop, but once the live show is over the ONLY way to watch or listen is if you are a Puck's Posse member! Join today at PuckSports.com for just $5 dollars!! “On This Day…”   Two sports icons celebrate a birthdayPuck wraps up the show with, “Hey, What the Puck!?”   Professional sports owners are taking advantage of fans (1:00) Puck (6:49) John Canzano  (35:05) Danny Kelly, The Ringer (59:29) KJ-Arent's Mitch Levy (1:07:30)  “On this Day….”  (1:08:58) “Hey, What the Puck!?” 

The Full Go returns as Jason is out for today's pod. Producer Kyle welcomes The Ringer's John Jastremski to the podcast! The two chat about the high-scoring Bears-49ers game, the NFC being wide-open and if it would be a disappointment if the Bears didn't win a playoff game. They get into television shows they enjoyed in 2025, and recap the baseball offseason thus far. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Voicemail line: ⁠708-550-3781⁠. Host: Jason Goff Guest: John Jastremski Producer: Kyle Williams Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Brian discusses the news that Stefon Diggs is facing felony and misdemeanor charges and what that means for the Patriots, before diving into Drake Maye's strong case for MVP (0:00). Then, he chats with The Boston Herald's Doug Kyed about the Pats-Dolphins game on Sunday, injury updates on Will Campbell, Milton Williams, and Robert Spillane, and potential playoff opponents for the Pats (27:30). Then, Brian answers a listener call before he and Jamie talk about the Red Sox's offseason (1:07:45). We want to hear from you! Leave Brian a message on the listener line at 617-396-7172. Or send us your questions for our mailbag at offthepike@gmail.com. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Brian Barrett Guest: Doug Kyed Producer: Jamie McClellan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after the 49ers take down the Bears on Sunday night to recap Week 17 of the NFL season (2:35). Then, they guess the lines for Week 18 before ending with Parent Corner (01:03:09). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Learn more at https://linkedin.com/simmonsbill This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by The Ringer's own Billy Gil to take a hard look at all of the Week 17 action and determine what will be the most important things to pay attention to in the final week of the NFL season. (00:00) What mattered in week 17?  (1:37) What matters most in next week's Steelers-Ravens matchup?  (5:27) Does the Myles Garrett sack record controversy matter? (12:05) What mattered most from Eagles-Bills?  (15:52) Does the Tom Brady glove controversy matter? (24:56) What mattered most from Bears-49ers? (29:22) Does Trey McBride's tight end receptions record matter? The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil Kapadia  Guest: Billy Gil  Producer: Chris Sutton  Social: Alysha Tsuji  Production Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil is joined by Brandon Lee Gowton of Bleeding Green Nation to discuss the Eagles nail-biter win in Buffalo against the Bills. The Eagles currently hold the No. 3 seed in the NFC playoff race with the possibility of getting the No. 2 slot. Should they play the starters in the next week's regular season finale against the Commanders with the No. 2 seed still possibly in reach? We say it almost every week - just how good has this defense been? Why did the offense go silent in the second half? Sheil and BLG examine what Nick Sirianni has been doing as a head coach? Plus, the most important plays of the game that led to the victory. Should the Eagles play the starters next week? (03:15) Thoughts on the victory over the Bills (11:08) What in the world happened on offense? (23:25) Nick Sirianni's contributions to this team (31:08) The most impactful plays of the game (42:11) Join us December 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. ET at Chickie's & Pete's in South Philly for our first Philly Special meetup. No RSVP is required. We hope to see you there! Email hot takes: Ringerphilly@gmail.com. Follow us on Instagram and TikTok: @ringersphillyspecial. Become a member of our Reddit community: https://www.reddit.com/r/RingersPhillySpecial/. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please check out rg-help.com to find out more, or listen to the end of the episode for additional details. Host: Sheil Kapadia Guest: Brandon Lee Gowton Producer: Cliff Augustin Music Composed By: Teddy Grossman and Jackson Greenberg Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

(0:40) — GIANTS: The Giants give up the top spot in the tankathon but end their losing streak by beating the Raiders 34-10. (7:25) — JETS: The Jets get embarrassed by Patriots, 42-10. (13:08) — KNICKS: The Knicks get help from the bench to pull out a win over the Hawks, 128-125. (16:29) — CALLS: Callers talk Jets, Giants, and Knicks. (27:23) — BRANDON TIERNEY: NY radio legend Brandon Tierney joins the discuss the Jets and Giants consistently staying in tank mode, St. John's, Mike Brown's coaching style, and his new platform "Unkillable to Unleashed." (80:02) — TWO QUESTIONS: JJ answers random questions. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. We always want to hear from you! Leave JJ a message on the listener line at 917-382-1151. Follow JJ on Twitter: https://twitter.com/john_jastremski Follow NYNY on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nynytheringer/ Host: John Jastremski Guest: Brandon Tierney Producer: Stefan Anderson Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sheil and The Ringer's own Diante Lee get together to analyze some of the biggest matchups from the Week 17 slate to determine what story lines will have the NFL media buzzing on Monday morning. (00:00) Predicting the Week 17 headlines(1:19) Eagles-Bills(6:36) Texans-Chargers(13:39) Ravens-Packers(22:11) Bears-49ers(27:07) The Ringer 107 The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Host: Sheil KapadiaGuest: Diante LeeProducer: Chris SuttonSocial: Kiera Givens and Brian WatersProduction Supervision: Conor Nevins and Arjuna Ramgopowell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Justin, Rob, and J. Kyle Mann are here celebrating their yearly holiday tradition of NBA festivus! The guys are here to first air out some NBA grievances and then they talk about some of their holiday related and otherwise grievances. (00:00) Intro (3:01) FanDuel Ad break (3:53) Draymond Green (9:50) NBA Grievances (20:41) FanDuel ad break (58:18) Holiday Grievances Send your questions to ringergroupchat@gmail.com! The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Hosts: Justin Verrier, Rob Mahoney, and J. Kyle Mann Audio Producer: Isaiah Blakely Video Producer: Victoria Valencia Production Supervision: Ben Cruz Social: Isaiah Blakely and Keith Fujimoto Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Tim Legler to check in on teams around the NBA before discussing the players that are better than you think, how the Celtics are similar to last season's Pacers, and more (3:17). Then, Joe House joins to make their Ringer 107 picks for the week (01:37:03). Host: Bill Simmons Guests: Tim Legler and Joe House Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons, Chris Ryan, and Van Lathan revisit one of the best movies of 2025,  Joseph Kosinski's ‘F1,' starring Brad Pitt, Kerry Condon, Damson Idris, and Javier Bardem. Producers: Craig Horlbeck, Chia Hao Tat, and Eduardo Ocampo A State Farm agent can help you choose the coverage you need. Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there.®Through the Subaru Share the Love® Event, Subaru and our retailers donate to charity for every new vehicle purchased or leased. Learn more about the charities Subaru and our retailers support at https://Subaru.com/share. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Ringer's Bill Simmons is joined by Cousin Sal right after Drake Maye and the Patriots take down the Ravens to recap Week 16 of the NFL season (2:15). Then, they Guess the Lines for Week 17 and react to the Anthony Joshua vs. Jake Paul fight before ending with Parent Corner (58:31). Host: Bill Simmons Guest: Cousin Sal Producers: Chia Hao Tat and Eduardo Ocampo Michelob ULTRA Courtside could get you closer to the game! michelobultra.com/courtside ENJOY RESPONSIBLY © 2025 ANHEUSER-BUSCH, MICHELOB ULTRA® LIGHT BEER, ST. LOUIS, MO. This episode is sponsored by State Farm®. Don't settle for just any insurance when there's State Farm. The Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit⁠⁠⁠ www.rg-help.com⁠⁠⁠ to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices