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Welcome back to another episode of Inside The Bus. This week the boys have some fan mail to open up, shoutout Mr. White Chocolate. We are going to find out our PO box address so that more of you guys can send in stuff that we can open live on the pod and give y'all a shoutout. After opening the fan mail, the boys debate what are the worst minor convenience/things in life. We know we missed some bangers so let us know what we didn't thinking of. The boys then finish off the pod talking about what is the best sports tournament out there. Whether it's the Stanley Cup, World Cup, MLB/NHL/NFL/NBA Playoffs or whatever it may be. Give us your favorite slept on tournaments in the comments. Come enjoy the Friday hang and much love.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Cristina Alexander, Herc Gomez, and Shaka Hislop start this edition of Futbol Americas by discussing the sudden wave of injuries that have hit the host nations for the 2026 World Cup. Then they react to Mauricio Pochettino's most recent comments, where he doesn't exactly shut the door to leaving the USMNT head coaching job after the World Cup this summer. Next, Noahkai Banks is noncommittal about his future with the USMNT. Neymar hits out at the critics and gossip concerning his injury history. The show closes out with a quick CONCACAF Champions Cup recap, followed by Run It Back and Drippin or Trippin. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
In this episode, the hosts dive into the latest football action, managerial insights, and global issues affecting the sports world. They explore intense Champions League matches, team performances, and the broader implications of current geopolitical events—all while sharing candid opinions and analysis.Key Topics Covered:Recap of Champions League matches, including Madrid, City, PSG, and Liverpool performancesThe impact of managerial decisions on team success and player confidenceAnalysis of the evolving style of football in Europe versus the Premier LeagueThe influence of politics and international conflicts on sports, notably Iran's World Cup situationCurrent struggles and future prospects of Tottenham HotspurChelsea's managerial challenges, transfer strategies, and player development concernsThe growth and popularity of the English Premier League compared to Spain and other leaguesCultural reflections: How childhood influences shape football fandomsCritical look at team tactics, player quality, and the importance of moments of brillianceTimestamps:00:00 - Welcome and episode overview: Football, politics, and performance02:21 - Commercials and ownership of the podcast platform03:26 - Recap of Manchester United's season and Premier League struggles04:23 - Celebrations and team mood amid ongoing challenges06:40 - Iran's political situation and FIFA's response regarding World Cup participation08:23 - Champions League highlights and key tactical observations12:00 - Madrid vs. City analysis: Styles, players, and tactical setup16:35 - Premier League dominance and style differences with Spanish football20:32 - Comparing leagues: Talent, budgets, and international appeal24:54 - European competitions: Performance disparities among top clubs32:20 - Tottenham Hotspur's dire league form and future outlook33:41 - Chelsea's managerial woes, transfer plans, and player development issues44:18 - PSG vs. Chelsea: Critical mistakes and tactical errors52:02 - Mesmerizing goals and standout moments in Champions League matchups55:28 - Arsenal's recent performance critique and fan sentiments58:19 - The crisis at Tottenham and team rebuilding prospects
-- On the Show -- Alex Wagner, MSNBC host and journalist, joins us on Substack Live to discuss Trump's Iran strategy, Pete Hegseth, and the upcoming elections -- Donald Trump struggles to answer basic press questions about the Iran war, giving incoherent responses and denying knowledge of major events -- Donald Trump attacks reporter Liz Landers with personal insults after she challenges his election claims with facts, including statements from his own former attorney general -- Donald Trump delivers a rambling and erratic rally speech in Kentucky, featuring fabricated numbers and awkward moments -- Donald Trump contradicts himself about the Iran conflict, makes inaccurate claims about prices and oil, and awkwardly attempts to leave an event mid-conversation -- Steve Bannon publicly questions the Iran war and warns that the conflict is not resonating with the MAGA base that Donald Trump built -- Newsmax interviews with Donald Trump rally attendees in Kentucky produce confused and incoherent answers from supporters about current events -- On the Bonus Show: Cornyn flips on the filibuster to court Trump's endorsement, every Democrat but Fetterman wants an investigation into the Iran school massacre, Iran's soccer team will not play in the World Cup, and much more...
The news to know for Thursday, March 12, 2026! We'll tell you about the cost of the war in the Middle East so far, and why law enforcement in California is tightening security. Also, which American company faced a major cyberattack linked to the war, and what Iran's soccer team has decided about the upcoming World Cup in the U.S. Plus, why so many lawmakers are quitting Congress, which popular platform is now the largest media company in the world, and what to expect at this year's South by Southwest, kicking off this week. Those stories and even more news to know in about 10 minutes! Join us every Mon-Fri for more daily news roundups! See sources: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/shownotes Become an INSIDER to get AD-FREE episodes here: https://www.theNewsWorthy.com/insider Get The NewsWorthy MERCH here: https://thenewsworthy.dashery.com/ Sponsors: Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants for life! - when you go to Wildgrain.com/NEWSWORTHY to start your subscription today. Ready to start learning a new language this spring? Visit https://www.rosettastone.com/newsworthy today to explore Rosetta Stone and choose the language that's right for you. To advertise on our podcast, please reach out to ad-sales@libsyn.com
On the latest edition of Caught Offside, Andrew and JJ go through the Champions League Round of 16 first leg matches including Fede Valverde's sensational performance vs Manchester City and PSG exposing Chelsea late in a 5-2 win. Plus, Tottenham suffer through yet another embarrassment in a season that has been full of them; we share our thoughts on Antonin Kinsky's nightmare in the Spanish capital and if Igor Tudor did the right thing in pulling him so early on.For even more Caught Offside content, get on over to Caught Offside Plus right now!In our most recent PLUS episode, we're discussing the concerning negativity leading up to this summer's World Cup, Neymar's chances of making the Brazilian squad, gambling issues in MLS and more.To sign up, just go to https://caughtoffside.supercast.com! Once you have access to the premium feed, be sure to go back and check out our special "welcome episode" from June 24th, 2024 (we don't think you'll be disappointed)!And for all the latest merch, get over to https://caughtoffsidepod.com/ - IT'S COLD OUT! GET A BEANIE! ...... Well, it's not actually THAT cold out anymore but we here at Caught Offside are proud advocates of wearing beanies even in slightly warmer weather. So still get one anyway.---Reddit: https://www.reddit.com/r/CaughtOffsidePod/X: https://twitter.com/COsoccerpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/caughtoffsidepod/Email: CaughtOffsidePod@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
John and Tim invite Apple TV's Nate Bukaty around The Bonfire ahead of the Fire's upcoming clash against DC United. Bukaty has a warning for the Chicago Fire; DC is going to slow down the game. How will GGG structure his attack as the offense looks to build some consistency in 2026. Nate calls for Zinkernagel to be unlocked and sings the praises of surprise game ball winner Dylan Borso.Pre-order Nate's new book, Perfect Pitch: How Kansas City Became the Heart of American Soccer and Landed the World Cup, here: https://www.triumphbooks.com/soccer-city--usa-products-9798898550004.php?page_id=21
Your number-one Nordic skiing podcast is back—this time diving straight into the thrills of the FIS Cross Country World Cup. Drammen delivered its trademark chaos: sprint mayhem, elbows everywhere, and yellow cards flying like confetti and a sad day for the GOAT of skiing to be carried off the track. Tune in for sharp insights, questionable jokes, and the usual banter-laden debrief—because if Drammen brings the fireworks, we'll happily bring the commentary.
It was an outstanding week for all Vancouver Whitecaps, Toronto FC and CF Montreal, who all picked up wins in MLS action.Ben Steiner and Alexandre Gangué-Ruzic break down everything inside MLS, as well as how many players on Canadian teams could crack the USMNT for the World Cup. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On episode 221 I am delighted to be joined by Dawn Scott, one of the most respected figures in soccer and performance. With more than 20 years' experience at the highest levels of the women's game, Dawn's work has shaped championship teams, redefined performance culture, and pushed the boundaries of athlete-centred preparation. Originally from Newcastle, England, Dawn's journey began playing football locally before pursuing academic excellence in sport and exercise science and sports nutrition. In 2010, she took on a pivotal role with the United States Women's National Team (USWNT) as their first full-time high performance coach. Over nearly a decade with the USWNT, Dawn played a central part in their success at two FIFA Women's World Cup victories (2015, 2019) and an Olympic gold medal (2012). Dawn Scott's impact is profound: she helps athletes not just perform, but flourish and is highly regarded by in the football world. US soccer legend Christie Rampone named Dawn as "The Secret to everything". Dawn has worked with Team GB at the olympics, Head of Sports Science for the England Women's National Team, held leadership roles in Major League Soccer as Performance Director for Inter Miami CF, Director of Performance, Medical & Innovation for Washington Spirit , contributes to global performance initiatives with with FIFA and UEFA. Not only is she passionate about performance but in areas historically under-researched, including female health and physiology in elite sport. We discuss her career path, female health in elite sport, female sporting environments, balancing career and life as a performance coach, what it takes to win, what separates the best from the rest and so much more. Find Dawn here dawnscottepc.comhttps://www.instagram.com/dawnscott72/ Follow The Sideline Live Social Media channels and the host Orla here: https://linktr.ee/TheSidelineLiveRecorded using Samson Q2 microphone, Edited using GarageBandIntro music, Watered Eyes by a talented Irish artist, Dillon Ward check him out here . If you are looking to set up your own podcast get in touch with the Prymal Productions team www.prymal.ie
Rog and James Horncastle went live after Wednesday's UEFA Champions League Round of 16 matches to discuss Real Madrid dominating Manchester City behind Federico Valverde's hat trick performance, PSG dismantling Chelsea in Paris, Arsenal surviving Bayern Leverkusen with a late draw…and Tottenham's misery continuing after another loss, this time to Atletico Madrid.Plus, Rog and James take listener calls, discuss Atalanta's supporters cheering their club on after getting torn apart by Bayern Munich, and Liverpool falling to Galatasaray. Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHT See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
China wins the first-ever Mixed Team American Cup using the new LA28 Olympic format—and the result might reveal a major flaw in the event design. We break down how the three-round elimination format worked, why some teams advanced despite falls, and what strategies teams used when choosing apparatus. Plus, data analyst and figure skating official Dr. Elliot Schwartz joins the show to explain the strategy behind the format, whether teams should be allowed to change lineups mid-competition, and what gymnastics could learn from figure skating's scoring system and judging transparency. CHAPTERS 00:00 – Cold Open: Why This Mixed Team Format Was Built for China 01:11 – USAG Pulls Out of Turkey and Cairo World Cups 03:23 – Iowa State Cuts Gymnastics + KJ Kindler Fires Back 08:45 – Jessica on New USAG President Kyle Albrecht 10:02 – American Cup Mixed Team Format Debuts at the Reborn American Cup 11:42 – China Wins + Why This Format Favors China 13:01 – Round 1 Chaos: Brazil and the Philippines Are Eliminated 14:15 – Round 2 Drama: Asher Hong Falls and the U.S. Barely Survives 17:45 – Final Round Recap: U.S. Gets Silver, Japan Takes Bronze 19:00 – Club Gym Nerd Updates: College & Cocktails, Live Shows and More 20:05 – American Cup Deep Dive: Did It Actually Feel Like a Team Competition? 21:35 – Could Fans Follow the Meet? Arena Confusion and Missing Scores 23:23 – Peacock vs In-Arena Experience 25:43 – Should This Have Been a Head-to-Head Bracket? 28:54 – Debate Club: Should Teams Be Allowed to Change Lineups Mid-Meet? 31:17 – Event Selection Debate: Too Much P-Bars, Not Enough Chaos 33:55 – Comedy Highlights: Claire Pease High-Five Fail + Nastia Clip 35:16 – Broadcast Problems: NBC, U.S.-Only Focus and Missed Routines 41:17 – Interview: Dr. Elliot Schwartz on Strategy, Scoring and Figure Skating Lessons 44:01 – Could Gymnastics Use a Plus/Minus Scoring System? 47:52 – Planned Routines, Improvisation and What Figure Skating Does Better 52:01 – Specialist Strategy: What's the Ideal Team Construction? 55:55 – Is Saving Your Biggest Difficulty for the Final Round the Best Strategy? 59:24 – NCAA Update: UCLA vs Stanford Bronze Medal Reunion Meet 01:00:44 – Florida vs LSU: Historic 198.450 and Scoring Chaos 01:07:00 – Perfect 10 Update 01:08:45 – NCAA Rankings Update 01:10:06 – Listener Feedback: American Cup Broadcast Frustrations 01:16:29 – Tim Daggett Back on Air 01:18:15 – American Cup Right, Wrong and How to Improve It 01:23:47 – Outro: College & Cocktails After Utah at UCLA 01:25:01 – End UP NEXT Fantasy Gymnastics podcast every Wednesday College & Cocktails: Utah at UCLA on Sat at 9:30ish 2026 Cocktail and Mocktail menu here SUPPORT OUR WORK Club Gym Nerd: Join Here Fantasy: 2026 College Fantasy Game now open with weekly winners Merch: Shop Now Podcast Tour Tickets Replay tickets on sale for our fundraiser show with all the tea from Cecile Landi 2026 Live Show Season Pass is now available, 4 shows for the price of 3 Thank you to our sponsor Huel Limited Time Offer – Get Huel today with my exclusive offer of 15% OFF online with code GYMCASTIC15 at huel.com/GYMCASTIC15. New Customers Only. Newsletters The Balance Beam Situation: Spencer's GIF Code of Points Gymnastics History and Code of Points Archive from Uncle Tim Resistance Resources
Welcome to Episode 296 of SC Utd.Great deals on Soccer Card boxes at https://soccercardsunited.com/You can find Soccer Cards United: On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/soccercardsunited/On Twitter: https://twitter.com/SoccerCardsUTDAnd wherever you get podcasts: https://podfollow.com/soccer-cards-unitedYour questions, comments and suggestions could and probably will be featured on the show if you reach out to us! Please rate and review the podcast on Apple Podcasts or out loud on the street to passers-by. The music for the show is: Modern Jazz Samba by Kevin MacLeod Link: https://incompetech.filmmusic.io/song/4063-modern-jazz-samba License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses#soccercards #tradingcards #thehobby #soccercards
The big story tonight: Luis Angel Malagon tore his Achilles, ruled out of World Cup. Who's the clear favorite now with the World Cup 90 90 days away?Pocho Wars with the USMNTChivas and Tigres come out on top on their clasicos. Support the pod with some merch at cantinamx.com
In this episode of the Shift AI Podcast, Nadia Hansen, Global AI Go-To-Market Leader and Industry Advisor for Public Sector at Salesforce, joins host Boaz Ashkenazy for a live conversation recorded at Dreamforce in San Francisco on how AI agents are fundamentally reshaping government services.Nadia shares her unconventional career journey—from serving as the Chief Information Officer for Clark County in Las Vegas overseeing 2.3 million residents and 10,000 employees, to leading public sector go-to-market strategy at Salesforce. From there, the discussion dives deep into how today's government agencies are navigating digital transformation with resilience, experimentation, and a growing openness to AI-driven innovation.The conversation explores how AgentForce and agentic AI are enabling government agencies to deliver seamless digital front doors for residents—automating intake processes, streamlining permit requests, breaking down departmental silos, and providing multilingual access to public services. Nadia explains why voice technology is poised to become the next major interface for government, how co-creating AI use cases with employees drives real adoption, and why the biggest barrier to transformation is mindset, not technology.Boaz and Nadia also examine the growing challenge of shadow AI in government, why bottom-up adoption workshops outperform top-down mandates, and how cities like Kyle, Texas are experimenting with AI in safe, compliant environments. The episode closes with Nadia's powerful two-word vision for the future of work: revolutionary mindset.This episode is essential listening for public sector leaders, civic technologists, and anyone who wants to understand how AI is moving beyond individual productivity gains to transform the way government serves its communities.Chapters[00:00] From Home Depot to the C-Suite: Nadia's Career Journey[04:07] Landing at Salesforce and Repositioning CRM for Government[07:50] First and Worst Jobs: Lessons from Selling Manure[10:22] The Digital Front Door: Seamless Government Services[12:37] Selling to Government: Speak in Outcomes, Not Products[15:03] AgentForce and the Rise of Voice-First Government[17:24] Augmentation Over Replacement: Addressing the Fear of AI[19:47] Bottom-Up Adoption: Co-Creating AI Use Cases with Employees[21:13] Public Safety, Multilingual Access, and the World Cup[23:30] The Future of Work: Revolutionary MindsetConnect with Nadia HansenLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nadiakhansen/Newsletter: Hack to the Future (on LinkedIn)Connect with Boaz AshkenazyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/boazashkenazy/Email: info@shiftai.fm
Once again Dean du Plessis delivers another masterclass podcast. Fast bowler Blessing Muzarabani talks about his inclusion in the recently concluded ICC T20 World Cup, his how West Indies allrounder Jason Holder helped him with his bowling action, the joy of working with former West Indies great Courtney Walsh, the team and his personal performance in the T20 World Cup, and his desire to play test cricket…. Former Zimbabwe captain Tatenda Taibu spoke about his roll as the ambassador during the under 19 World Cup, and fondly remembers the Under 19 World Cup in 2002 where he was named player of the tournament
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Most collectors overlook the true value of rarity—here's how you can turn hidden gems into big gains. Gaspar, a seasoned soccer card enthusiast, reveals the secrets behind smart prospecting, the overlooked importance of first autos, and how to navigate the rising world of soccer memorabilia amid the World Cup hype.In this episode, Gaspar shares his lifelong journey from childhood memories of watching the New York Cosmos to breaking into the modern soccer card scene in 2017. He discusses why certain players like João Neves and Lameen Yamal are prime targets for investors and collectors, and how focusing on the right rookies can pay off big down the line. Gaspar also breaks down the importance of first autos, the impact of low pop counts, and why unlicensed cards might hold unexpected promise.
Why Are We Still Scheduling by the Clock? In a culture that treats productivity like a math problem, we often find ourselves cramming our calendars full only to end the day completely drained. Kent and Caanan break down why the tradition of scheduling strictly by the clock is outdated and how "intuitive scheduling" can help you build a life you don't need a break from.From a surprising "JOMO" moment regarding World Cup tickets to the internal fear that "stuff won't get done" without rigid structure, this episode explores energy-based flow. Whether you are a "schedule guy" by nature or someone struggling to stop checking emails on vacation, learn how to align your daily tasks with your natural internal rhythm. CHAPTERS:(00:00) Why are we still doing that?(00:49) Mind Share: The Seattle FIFA "Glow Up" and a lesson in JOMO(05:33) The "I'll sleep when I'm dead" myth(06:54) Why we get defensive about balance(11:53) Freedom vs. Corporate / Military sensibilities(14:10) Scheduled Flexibility: How to use a calendar without losing your soul(19:37) Tips for Intuitive Energy Management(25:43) Worth the Time: Industry (HBO series review) KEY TAKEAWAYS:Energy over Hours: Productivity isn't just about how much time you spend; it's about the quality of energy you bring to the task.Know Yourself: You cannot schedule intuitively if you don't understand your own wiring, strengths, and how you naturally recharge.Optimal Mapping: Shift creative work to the morning and use "power 20-minute sessions" to tackle tasks without burnout.The Power of "No": Sometimes the choice you are most proud of is what you choose not to do, even when it's a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. SUPPORT NO VACATION REQUIRED:If this episode helped you rethink your relationship with your calendar, please leave a review on Spotify or Apple Podcasts! It is the best way to help our message reach more people.Subscribe: Never miss an episode by hitting the follow button on Spotify or Apple Podcasts Check out our website: https://novacationrequired.com/servicesRead our book: https://novacationrequired.com/book Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/novacationrequired/
On the latest episode of European Nights, Rog and Rory break down the Lamine Yamal conundrum currently facing Barcelona...is he headed towards greatness or burnout? And can his career survive the herculean minutes he's played at such a young age? Then, we head to Bayern Munich, where Harry Kane is quietly having one of the greatest seasons of his storied career....but how much longer can he sustain this level of play? Is there an end in sight to one of England's all-time great number 9s?Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHT See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
This week I'm joined by Tahnée Seagrave. Tahnée has been one of the defining riders of modern downhill for more than a decade. A World Cup winner, a world championship medallist, and one of the riders who helped push the level of women's racing to where it is today. But the last few seasons haven't been straightforward. Injuries, recovery, rebuilding confidence, changing bike sponsor and trying to perform at the very top of the sport while the level of competition keeps rising. So in this episode we sat down to talk about everything from the realities of rehab and returning to racing, to bike development challenges, the growth of the women's field, the next generation coming through, and what still motivates her after all these years at the top. There's a lot in here, from the physical side of racing to the mental side of staying in the sport long term. So sit back, hit play and check out this episode with Tahnée Seagrave. You can also watch this episode on YouTube here. You can follow Tahnée on Instagram @tahneeseagrave. Podcast Stuff Patreon I would love it if you were able to support the podcast via a regular Patreon donation. Donations start from as little as £3 per month. That's less than £1 per episode and less than the price of a take away coffee. Every little counts and these donations will really help me keep the podcast going and hopefully take it to the next level. To help out, head here. Merch If you want to support the podcast and represent, then my webstore is the place to head. All products are 100% organic, shipped without plastics, and made with a supply chain that's using renewable energy. We now also have local manufacture for most products in the US as well as the UK. So check it out now over at downtimepodcast.com/shop. Newsletter If you want a bit more Downtime in your life, then you can join my newsletter where I'll provide you with a bit of behind the scenes info on the podcast, interesting bits and pieces from around the mountain bike world, some mini-reviews of products that I've been using and like, partner offers and more. You can do that over at downtimepodcast.com/newsletter. Follow Us Give us a follow on Instagram @downtimepodcast or Facebook @downtimepodcast to keep up to date and chat in the comments. For everything video, including riding videos, bike checks and more, subscribe over at youtube.com/downtimemountainbikepodcast. Are you enjoying the podcast? If so, then don't forget to follow it. Episodes will get delivered to your device as soon as it's available and it's totally free. You'll find all the links you need at downtimepodcast.com/follow. You can find us on Apple Podcast, Spotify, Google and most of the podcast apps out there. Our back catalogue of amazing episodes is available at downtimepodcast.com/episodes Photo – Kike Abelleira
A man recently released from ICE custody in Adelanto has died. How L.A. plans to keep fans safe from the heat during the World Cup. This weekend you can "drop in" to a new exhibit on L.A.'s skateboard culture. Plus, more from Evening Edition. Support The L.A. Report by donating at LAist.com/join and by visiting https://laist.comSupport the show: https://laist.com
Rog and Rory are back to break down a wild FA Cup weekend and the latest Premier League chaos. They start with Tottenham, where relegation fears are suddenly very real as Spurs stare down a terrifying run of fixtures. Then attention turns to Wrexham, whose Hollywood-script FA Cup battle with Chelsea delivered drama, heartbreak, and a reminder of just how far the club has come. Liverpool also take center stage after finally responding against Wolves following their midweek stumble. Plus, Arsenal survive a scare at Mansfield, Manchester City keep rolling, and the magic of the FA Cup continues.00:00:00 - Future of football?00:08:10 - Tottenham Hotspurs, relegation?00:12:00 - Wrexham vs. Chelsea recap00:36:21 - Wolves vs Liverpool recap00:45:56 - Mansfield Town vs. Arsenal recap00:56:38 - Newcastle vs. Manchester City recap01:02:35 - Port Vale vs. Sunderland recap01:06:15 - Leeds vs Norwich recap01:06:50 - Fulham vs. Southampton recap01:09:27 - Letter from a GFOP: shin padsOrder Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHTWatch our interview with Eberechi Eze here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SFwKMKugnzU&t=1091sSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The world changed on February 28th, and this week, Clay unpacks the shockwaves. The launch of Operation Epic Fury has fundamentally altered the map of the Middle East, but while the headlines focus on tactical strikes and regime shifts, the cultural debate is reaching a boiling point. We start with the obvious question that some seem to be struggling with: How can anyone oppose Iran's freedom? As the dust settles on the "decapitation strikes" and the fall of the supreme leader, we discuss why the path to Iranian liberty is being met with such strange domestic resistance. Then, we turn to the pitch. With the 2026 World Cup just months away, the Iranian Football Federation is threatening a boycott, and some are calling for their disqualification. We argue why Iran should play—not for the regime that just crumbled, but for the patriots who deserve to represent a free nation on the world's biggest stage. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Justin's back from his flu episode, and the morning show is back in full swing. Billy and Lisa dive into the latest news, starting with a scary incident outside Rihanna's home, where shots were fired. They also discuss Britney Spears' potential jail time for her DUI arrest. On a lighter note, Lady Gaga confirms her engagement to Michael Polanski, and Jay-Z and Travis Barker team up for the World Cup theme song. The guys also discuss the upcoming Academy Awards and share a hilarious story about a listener's DM about a dating dilemma involving a partner's, ahem, "toxic gas."See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Mitch Bach talks with Jenn Barbee, co-founder of Destination Innovate, about the real inner workings of DMOs, those three letters that every tour operator has an opinion about but few actually understand. Jenn has spent 30 years inside destination marketing, from a shoestring US Department of Commerce team trying to promote America on a $50,000 budget to her current work closing the gap between DMOs and the small businesses they are supposed to serve. The conversation covers how DMOs get funded, why they sit on valuable visitor data, and what tour operators can actually do to get beyond the dead-end website listing.It goes further than the typical "how to work with your tourism board" advice. Jenn and Mitch get into the identity crisis hitting tour operators and DMOs at the same time: both are losing ground to OTA platforms, both need direct guest relationships, and neither is building enough local partnerships to fight back. They talk short-term rental hosts as untapped referral channels, guerrilla marketing tactics that cost almost nothing, and the hard truth about inbound tourism to the US heading into World Cup and the 250th anniversary.Key TakeawaysYour DMO has expensive visitor data that could sharpen your product, pricing, and ads, but they will not hand it over unless you ask. 06:14 – 07:19 DMOs invest in data about visitor appetite, competing markets, and traveler clusters by neighborhood and interest type. That information rarely trickles down to small tour businesses because DMOs feel pressure to contextualize it or fear judgment on their numbers. Frame your ask around strengthening the destination's tourism product, not just helping your business, and you stand a real chance of getting access to insights you could never afford on your own.The single best first move with your DMO is to find the community manager and introduce yourself with specific visitor language, not a sales pitch. 11:48 – 12:58 Audit your tour product against what the destination website is promoting in terms of itineraries or themes, then reach out where you see a match or a gap. Lead with collaboration. Once you have that baseline, you can inch toward higher-value asks like data sharing or co-promotion, but only after you have earned the relationship through showing up and being useful.Survey your customers about whether they booked the experience before the hotel, then bring that data to the DMO. 56:29 – 56:39 If you can show a DMO that your tour attracted bed nights, you are speaking their only real language: occupancy and bed tax justification. Most tour operators never collect this data, and most DMOs have never seen it from a small business. It positions you as a strategic asset rather than another name on a listings page.DMOs are shifting from marketing organizations to stewardship organizations, and that tension is something you can use. 08:50 – 09:59 Many DMOs now describe themselves as "destination management" or "stewardship" organizations, moving toward what is right for their communities. Their boards and bed tax collectors still want heads-in-beds KPIs. If your tour disperses visitors into underserved neighborhoods, supports local businesses, or tells a more honest destination story, you become the kind of partner that helps a DMO justify its new direction to the people holding the purse strings.Getting listed on the DMO website is a win. Stop underestimating it. 13:10 – 13:45 Many operators treat a listing as table stakes, but some DMOs do not even offer that without a paid membership. If you are listed, follow up by tagging the DMO constantly on social media and feeding them content they can reshare within their brand guidelines. The social media managers have more flexibility than the executive staff and will amplify content that feels fresh or on-brand.If your local DMO is stuck promoting only the marquee attractions, skip them and go to the state level. 17:38 – 18:32 A DMO locked into bread-and-butter promotion is usually in protection mode, worried about occupancy numbers. State tourism offices have embraced experience-driven programming and are more open to working with operators who tell a broader story. For most small tour businesses, the state governor's conference on tourism is where accessible DMO relationships start.Short-term rental hosts are closer to the guest than any DMO, and tour operators should be building direct relationships with them now. 24:31 – 26:00 Short-term rentals nationally overtook hotels in occupancy as of September 2025. Those hosts talk directly to guests about what to do in town. A recommendation from a local Airbnb host is warmer than any OTA listing and costs zero commission. Finding them is manual (social media DMs, local searches), but the payoff is a direct referral channel with no middleman.Stop chasing first-time visitors. Loyal, repeat visitors spend more, stay longer, and sustain the businesses that matter. 32:49 – 33:32 DMOs and operators both fixate on acquiring new customers while ignoring the people who already love the destination. Repeat visitors become patrons of smaller, niche experiences and local businesses. For multi-day operators especially, a returning guest who books a deeper or different tour is more profitable than constantly feeding the top of the funnel.Identity beats branding. Know who you are and say no to the rest. 38:44 – 41:27 Jenn draws a hard line between brand (what you market) and identity (who you actually are and who you serve). When you lead with identity, you market less because the right people find you. That means turning down some customers and product ideas, which is terrifying for newer operators, but it prevents the bland, generic positioning that makes you invisible on platforms like Viator and GetYourGuide.The "book direct" movement matters for tour operators just as much as it does for short-term rentals and hotels. 42:58 – 44:28 Hotels lost roughly 80% of their distribution to OTAs. Tours and activities sit around 40% OTA-controlled, which means there is still time to build direct channels. DMOs missed the OTA boat the first time and are caught in a relevancy crisis. That creates a shared interest: both of you need to reclaim the guest relationship before the platforms own it entirely.Guerrilla, person-to-person marketing is the only thing worth betting on in this environment. 34:16 – 35:03 Replace coffee sleeves at a local shop for a week with a message like "next time mama's in town, try this." That costs almost nothing and puts your name in front of a local audience in a real, physical moment. Operators burning money on flashy ad campaigns and agencies are losing to the ones doing the manual work of building one relationship at a time.Bring tour operators, short-term rental hosts, and local businesses into the same room. The collaboration that comes out of it is worth more than any campaign. 30:35 – 32:17 A 12-person Tourpreneur meetup in Dallas turned competitors into collaborators planning joint tours before they left the room. Those rooms should include short-term rental hosts, restaurants, coffee shops. Nobody is organizing these cross-sector local gatherings yet. That is the opportunity.Rethink the "travel presentation at the library" model. Gather local people around something that is not your tour. 53:23 – 54:46 Jenn pitches a revival of the house-party model for travel: 10 to 15 people, food, conversation, then introduce the experience. For multi-day operators, this replaces the stale slide deck. Book clubs are surging. House gatherings are surging. The sale happens because you built trust in a personal setting, not because you ran a Facebook ad.Quirky, unpolished video cuts through. But virality does not equal business success. 36:32 – 37:38 Behind-the-scenes, day-in-the-life content is what is actually getting traction on social right now. The less templated and less AI-generated it feels, the better it performs. Use that attention as a hook, then shift to collaborative content and real relationship-building that converts. A weird 30-second clip of your tour prep is worth more than a polished banner ad.The inbound tourism situation in the US is worse than most operators realize, and pretending otherwise is a losing strategy. 48:28 – 50:43 Canadian airlines are pulling US routes for summer 2026. Sixteen countries now have travel advisories against
We are only three games into the MLS season but in some markets the pitchforks and torches are already out. Doyle joins Gass to go through the best things they saw this weekend, and then the headlines of the struggles in Orlando/Portland/Philly. The guys then start to look into the USMNT roster race for a spot at the World Cup. And finally they preview the start Round of 16 with some mouth watering MLS vs Liga MX matchups and some heavyweight intra league ties as well.5:50 Nashville Music City Cerberus13:35 RSL The Kids Are Alright (Not ATL)21:31 Keaton Parks Back In Form24:20 Red Card Mania28:00 Pressure On Orlando36:34 Questions Around Phil Neville In Portland42:36 Frustration In Philly49:14 Quakes Are Back54:40 Monteal Shock Red Bulls59:10 USMNT Roster Shakeup1:07:53 Philly-America1:11:01 LAFC-Alajuelense & David Martinez Stunner v FC Dallas1:15:05 Nashville-Miami & DC Matchup In Baltimore1:19:20 LAG-Mount Plesant & Rapids Win Over The Galaxy1:21:35 Blockbuster San Diego-Toluca Series1:25:57 Cincy Trying To Bounce Back vs Tigres1:28:44 Cascadia ConcaChampions
In this episode of Cricket Unfiltered, Menners is joined by Indian cricket journalist Chandresh Narayanan to break down India's dominant T20 World Cup victory and what it means for the future of the format. The pair analyse the explosive batting that powered India to the title, the brilliance of Jasprit Bumrah, and why New Zealand again fell short in a major final. They also discuss Australia's strong finish to the women's multi-format series against India, including a 10-wicket Test win at the WACA and the retirement of Australian great Alyssa Healy. The episode also looks ahead to the IPL, the growing influence of franchise cricket, and broader debates shaping the global game. (02:05) India's T20 dominance and how power hitting has reshaped the format (05:05) Menners addresses the podcast controversy and moving forward with the show (06:50) India's explosive World Cup final performance and key players (12:10) Jasprit Bumrah's impact and why he may be the best multi-format fast bowler ever (15:00) Why New Zealand keep falling short in major tournament finals (21:56) Australia's women dominate the Test vs India and win the multi-format series (23:35) Alyssa Healy's retirement and her legacy in Australian cricket (36:00) Franchise cricket politics, IPL influence, and the Pakistan player debate We've launched our official Cricket Unfiltered merch store thanks to a brilliant partnership with Exactamundo, a longtime supporter of the show.
It was the busiest week of the biathlon season with the World Cup in Kontiolahti, the IBU Cup concluding in Lake Placid, and the Youth/Junior World Championships finishing up in Arber. We had a lot to discuss tonight including: - Sturla Holm Laegreid is competing like Sturla Holm Laegreid again - Eric Perrot is no slouch though! - Lou Jeanmonnot looks exhausted physically and mentally - Long discussion on the state of Swedish biathlon and the extension of Johannes Lukas - Fun relay finishes including Czechia, Poland and USA - Emilien Jacquelin is, as always, Emilien Jacquelin. This week the good and the bad - Interesting Mass Starts and important moments in them - Just a tiny bit on the IBU Cup and Youth/Junior World Cup And so much more!
Medical experts are warning sports bodies need to do more to manage the risks of heat illness in football, after recent tournaments in the Pacific were played in extreme conditions. During the recent Women's World Cup qualifier, three Samoan players were struck down by heatstroke in temperatures nearing 40 degrees. It's highlighted the dangers of heat illness in top level sport. Sports editor Dana Johannsen spoke to Lisa Owen.
It's another packed episode of We Are Soccer as we break down the biggest stories from around the global game.Tonight we're discussing:⚽ Chelsea F.C. defeat Wrexham A.F.C. 4–2 in the FA Cup⚽ Players in the USL Championship matchup between Lexington SC and Louisville City FC stand silent for the first minute in protest during ongoing CBA negotiations⚽ The stunning salary of Lionel Messi at Inter Miami CF — reportedly $70–$80 million per year with a $12M base salary⚽ Pellegrino Matarazzo becomes the first American coach to lead a top-five league club into a major cup final⚽ Real Sociedad defeat Athletic Club Bilbao to reach the Copa del Rey Final⚽ Injury update on Sergiño Dest⚽ Why mandatory water breaks could be coming to the 2026 FIFA World CupPlus…
Most soccer fans overlook the crucial mindset shift that separates casual supporters from hardcore collectors—and in this episode, Andrew, @St_Croix_Cards reveals how strategic patience and deep knowledge can turn hobbyists into seasoned pros. If you're tired of chasing fleeting hype and want to understand the long game, this episode is your blueprint for building legacy in a chaotic market.Andrew shares real-world insights from years of navigating soccer cards, including why the 2014 Prizm World Cup set might be the most undervalued treasure in the hobby—plus, how the market's early-stage growth mirrors baseball in the 1950s. Discover why focusing on player stories, historic parallels, and the right timing can secure assets that appreciate over decades, not months. We break down: the importance of buy-and-hold strategies, how to evaluate player potential beyond the hype, and why PGAs are still undervalued in soccer. You'll learn which set to prioritize for future value and how to identify rookie prospects with staying power, not just short-term spikes.This episode dives into the anatomy of value—what really makes a card rare or desirable—and the pitfalls of chasing high-profile players before their peak. We discuss the impact of global tournaments like the World Cup on card prices, the risks of market dilution with increased teams, and how to avoid FOMO traps that can erode your portfolio. Plus, get Andrew's take on the evolving landscape of soccer in the U.S., the importance of community and integrity, and the subtle art of collecting for passion versus profit.Perfect for collectors, investors, or fans who want to turn their passion into a lasting legacy, this conversation emphasizes patience, insight, and building genuine relationships that elevate the hobby. Whether you're eyeing Messi's vintage cards or scouting the next breakout star, you'll finish inspired to think long-term and buy smart—because in soccer cards, the greatest champions are made over decades, not days.Andrew is a dedicated soccer card collector, content creator, and educator, known for his deep market insights and passion for growing the hobby with positivity and authenticity. His experience spans grading, scouting prospects, and understanding market psychology—keys to thriving in the evolving soccer card space.
India thumped NZ to make T20 World Cup history and Corbin and Ed can't see anyone competing with them in the near future. The boys break down their dominance and the strength of a system geared towards the shortest format of the game. The pair also cover New Zealand's struggles, how the World Cup might look in the future and what Australia's showing might mean for LA 2028 Olympic qualification, given the Kiwis performance.Elsewhere, Brendon McCullum has secured the ominous "full support of the board", the One Day Cup final hits Bellerive, Alyssa Healy goes out a winner and the final round of the Shield is a race between SA and QLD to meet Victoria in the final.ABC Grandstand cricket commentator Corbin Middlemas is joined by Ed Cowan to bring you all the highlights and match analysis to keep you up to speed. The pair discuss the key players and big issues that are dominating the cricket agenda, the latest in live fixtures with a hit of cricket banter.Catch every episode of ‘The ABC Cricket Podcast,' hosted by Corbin Middlemas on ABC listen or wherever you get your podcasts, and get in touch with them on social media via @abc_sport This podcast was formerly known as ‘The Grandstand Cricket Podcast'
The United States and Israel have continued their bombardment of Iran for a ninth day. Thick plumes of black smoke were seen in the skies above Tehran as the US and Israel struck an oil refinery and depot in the capital. We'll bring you the latest in the war including from the second front in southern Lebanon.Also in the programme: a high-ranking executive at OpenAI has resigned over the company's deal with the US government; and India has retained the men's T20 cricket World Cup title. (Picture: Thick plumes of smoke rise above the Shahran oil refinery in Tehran which was hit in US and Israeli strikes on the country. Credit: BEDIN TAHERKENAREH/EPA/Shutterstock)
March 7, 2026 - Andy and Peter are out on the road, recapping Chelsea's entertaining FA Cup win at the Racecourse Grounds and discussing the Premier League drama that took place earlier in the week. Also, World Cup teams are choosing base camps. What exactly happened with DFW being a big pull? Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and X Listen to past episodes on The Ticket’s Website And follow The Ticket Top 10 on Apple, Spotify or Amazon Music See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
March 7, 2026 - Andy and Peter are out on the road, recapping Chelsea's entertaining FA Cup win at the Racecourse Grounds and discussing the Premier League drama that took place earlier in the week. Also, World Cup teams are choosing base camps. What exactly happened with DFW being a big pull? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Henry Moeran is alongside former Ashes winner Steven Finn, former IPL star Abhishek Jhunjhunwala, and commentator Prakash Wakankar for all the reaction from Ahmedabad as India win the Men's T20 World Cup. Hear from player of the match Jasprit Bumrah, as well as Varun Chakravarthy, Abhishek Sharma. Plus, both captains - Suryakumar Yadav and Mitch Santner.
Dharmesh Sheth is joined by Carl Anka, Jacqui Oatley and Dominic King to reflect on the weekend's sporting action.We begin with Saturday's Six Nations clash between England and Italy. England suffered an historic defeat in Rome, losing to Italy for the first time after 32 previous attempts by the Azzurri. Does this shock result mark the beginning of the end for Steve Borthwick?We then turn to the start of the new Formula 1 season. Our reporter Craig Slater joins us from Melbourne to discuss just how entertaining the opening Grand Prix was, with George Russell taking the win. Then it's on to the weekend's FA Cup action, with Max Dowman lighting up the One Call Stadium with an exciting performance, becoming the FA Cup's youngest-ever player as Arsenal advanced to the next round with a 2–1 win over Mansfield. With Arsenal still in all four competitions, we ask just how realistic a quadruple might be. Carl says he'll eat his hat — and his shoe — if Arsenal pull it off.Staying with the FA Cup, City came from behind to beat Newcastle 3–1 at St James' Park and reach the FA Cup quarter-finals and Dominic thinks Pep will end Arsenal this season with more trophies than Arteta. And it was Hollywood drama at the Racecourse Ground, where Chelsea beat ten-man Wrexham 4–2 after extra time.Next, it's another win for England's Lionesses, who beat Iceland 2–0 in a dominant display, peppering the goal with numerous chances. But with Spain in their World Cup qualifier group and only one automatic spot up for grabs, do the Lionesses need to be more ruthless in front of goal?We close out with a hot debate on Arsenal this season. With strong set pieces, own goals going their way, scrappy corner battles and rock-solid defending—but a noticeable lack of attacking flair—are Mikel Arteta's side boring to watch?Sunday Supplement is a Sky Sports podcast. Listen to every episode here: skysports.com/sunday-supplementYou can listen to Sunday Supplement on your smart speaker by asking it to "play Sunday Supplement".For all the latest football news, head to skysports.com/footballFor advertising opportunities or to get in touch email: skysportspodcasts@sky.uk
I am joined by Mark Biram, co-author with Tim Vickery of a new book on the World Cup from the South American perspective called 'Mundiales'. We look back at how South America, in many ways, created the World Cup as we know it, and what South American success means to countries. We focus on Uruguay, Brazil, Argentina and Colombia. If you enjoy Outside Write, do please leave a review. Visit Outside Write on Substack for more groundhopping and football history. Follow Outside Write on social media, on Bluesky and Instagram Check out Chris Lee's three books: · Origin Stories: The Pioneers Who Took Football to the World · The Defiant: A History of Football Against Fascism · Shades of Green: A Journey into Irish Football
Prince William is said to be tightening the screws behind palace walls, pushing total separation from Andrew and bristling at Queen Camilla's perceived warmth toward Sarah Ferguson. Sources claim he wants “no ambiguity, no half measures” as he safeguards the Crown, even if it means stepping on toes before he is king. Meanwhile, Earthshot faces scrutiny over donor associations, William steps in for King Charles at a major church ceremony, backs a rural mental health charity with $5,000, and cheers Scotland's World Cup return with a newly approved bank holiday.Get episodes of Palace Intrigue by becommming a paid subscriber on Apple Podcasts. Click the button that says uninterrupted listening. Just $5 a month, and that includes many ofther shows on the Caloroga Shark network.Royal Books:William and Catherine: The Monarchy's New Era: The Inside StoryThe Royal Insider: My Life with the Queen, the King and Princess Diana
The trades have begun and DJ Moore is off to Buffalo. We talk looming free agency and Zac has an embrace debate for the whole crew (00:00:00-00:45:51). We make a list of top FA QB's plus who is the next Sam Darnold. National Sports podcast topics and some CBB (00:45:51-01:12:33). Men In Blazers Roger Bennett joins the show to talk about his new book, soccer in America, World Cup, how we can win it all with some American Grit and more (01:12:33-02:10:31). We finish with Fyre Fest of the week (02:10:31-02:36:20).You 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
Big Weekend Preview returns as Rog and Rory Smith look ahead to an FA Cup fifth round packed with intrigue. They begin with Arsenal, who continue to pull clear at the top of the Premier League as debate grows around their pragmatic, set-piece fueled march toward the title. Then attention turns to Manchester City, who travel to Newcastle facing a tricky FA Cup test while juggling a brutal run of fixtures across multiple competitions. Finally, Wrexham take center stage as they host Chelsea in their biggest FA Cup moment in decades, while Liverpool look to fend off Wolves as they search for redemption after their midweek loss. Plus, score predictions and one more big thing to watch.00:00:00 - Basque Country Rory00:02:02 - Arsenal playing anti-football?00:10:05 - Arsenal vs. Mansfield Town preview00:12:50 - Quiz Time! Footballer or GBBO contestant?00:16:33 - Newcastle vs. Manchester City preview00:22:05 - Tottenham Hotspurs, relegated?00:26:40 - Liverpool fans turning on Slot?00:32:00 - Leeds vs. Norwich preview00:33:48 - Wrexham vs. Chelsea previewFootball is better with Friends. Join our Discord Community for conversation with fellow GFOPs, live match day chat, and to speak with Rog directly: https://discord.gg/DDDUcNWFHEOrder Rog's new book "We Are the World (Cup)" now!: https://mibcourage.co/3OJlfs0See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
It's gone from 'they can't, can they?' to 'it's happening, isn't it?' Tottenham Hotspur are in a terrible state. Now, having lost five Premier League games on the bounce and sitting a point away from relegation, is it time to press the Harry Redknapp button?Marcus tells Luke and Vish why that might be Tottenham's best option. Elsewhere, it's FA Cup fifth round weekend and there are some lovely ties, too. Should the winner of Wrexham vs Chelsea replace Iran at the World Cup? Will Daniel Farke run laps of Elland Road to protest his suspension? All will be answered in today's Preview Show.Find us on Bluesky, X, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, and email us here: show@footballramble.com.Sign up to the Football Ramble Patreon for ad-free shows for just $5 per month: https://www.patreon.com/footballramble.***Please take the time to rate us on your podcast app. It means a great deal to the show and will make it easier for other potential listeners to find us. Thanks!*** Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Four Hours of Great Sports Talk! Some pushback on the PMS/Dodgers Reliever Rollcall from earlier in the week. BFF Don MacLean on UCLA and USC Hoops and if the Lakers 3-game winning streak means they've turned a corner this late in the season. Only Cates Cares with a story on Hydration Breaks in the World Cup and a player doing the griddy after hitting a homerun vs the Dodgers in ST.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Today's word of the day is ‘evaluate' as in Chris Ilitich as in the Detroit Tigers as in Tarik Skubal as in labor disputes as in World Series. What the heck am I talking about? Well, the the Tigers owner had a lot to say, but also nothing to say. Does he have thoughts on MLB's CBA negotiation? Talk to MLB. Does he want to sign Skubal? Talk to the team president. (16:40) The Tampa Bay Rays used AI for their rendering video. People were NOT happy. Let's discuss the means they used and why the team felt the need to do this. (23:31) FIFA is having some problems. And water is wet. The 2026 World Cup is so close you hear the vuvuzelas already. And there are major issues still happening. (35:30) Review: Ella McCay. (37:52) Tom Brady is trying to do everything. He wants to stay the man. From FOX to the Las Vegas Raiders to now a flag football league in… Saudi Arabia? Well, that was the plan, until it wasn't. (46:44) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
The Men in Blazers Countdown Tour returns, this time to Houston, where Rog is joined by Houston Texan great and part-owner of Burnley JJ Watt to discuss where VAR has gone awry, the pleasures of Premier League football, and the best (or worst) that British food has to offer. Plus, Rog sits down with NBA legend Hakeem Olajuwon to talk his footballing roots and love of Buc-ee's. Rog is also joined by former NASA astronaut Shane Kimbrough, plus a special appearance from Jane Campbell and Yazmeen Ryan of the Houston Dash. Presented by Bank of America, the Official Bank of U.S. Soccer and the FIFA World Cup 2026.Order Rog's new book We Are the World (Cup) today!: https://mibcourage.co/4brQpgGCome see Men in Blazers LIVE in Atlanta! Tickets on sale now: https://mibcourage.co/3OwXrHTCheck out the Men in Blazers Shop: https://mibcourage.co/4qIb2L1Sign up for our newsletters: https://mibcourage.co/4nyEGQ1See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Today's word of the day is ‘evaluate' as in Chris Ilitich as in the Detroit Tigers as in Tarik Skubal as in labor disputes as in World Series. What the heck am I talking about? Well, the the Tigers owner had a lot to say, but also nothing to say. Does he have thoughts on MLB's CBA negotiation? Talk to MLB. Does he want to sign Skubal? Talk to the team president. (16:40) The Tampa Bay Rays used AI for their rendering video. People were NOT happy. Let's discuss the means they used and why the team felt the need to do this. (23:31) FIFA is having some problems. And water is wet. The 2026 World Cup is so close you hear the vuvuzelas already. And there are major issues still happening. (35:30) Review: Ella McCay. (37:52) Tom Brady is trying to do everything. He wants to stay the man. From FOX to the Las Vegas Raiders to now a flag football league in… Saudi Arabia? Well, that was the plan, until it wasn't. (46:44) NPPOD Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices