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Only four players finished Madden 26 in the "99 Club": Myles Garrett, Ja'Marr Chase, Josh Allen, and Lane JohnsonWhat about Patrick Surtain, JSN, Justin Jefferson, Patrick Mahomes, Bo Nix… DeHuff explains why it's good news if your favorite player(s) didn't make it in the “99 Club”.Tom Brady unveiled his latest business venture, launching a premium coconut water brand called Good Nut in partnership with Gopuff.Former Denver Broncos QB Paxton Lynch is the only quarterback ever to be benched in the NFL, CFL, XFL, and UFL.Do Cleveland fans want Shedeur Sanders or Deshaun Watson to win the Browns QB competition? Joel Klatt is officially a voice of College Football 27 - Thanks to Cowboy DeHuff.The Chiefs are adding two years to Patrick Mahomes' contract, tying him to Kansas City through the 2033 season at a value of $504.75 million, making it the first NFL deal valued at over a half-billion dollars.LeBron James was interviewed by TIME, and discussed the GOAT debate. Jordan, Kobe, Wilt, Magic??The Spurs had an epic collapse in game 4 against the Knicks. Which annoying celebrity Knicks fan will try and justify buying a championship ring? And DeHuff tells you the one that gets a pass.The best thing about the World Cup - the novelty beer items.

Saturday marks the final game of the 2026 season for the United Football League. The UFL’s United Bowl III kicks off at 2PM CDT Saturday on ABC. Spring professional football’s championship game will take place in Washington, DC at Audi Stadium.  The hometown DC Defenders (7-4) defend their 2025 UFL title against the upstart expansion Louisville Kings (also 7-4). Abundant sunshine and a steamy 90 degrees will greet the players and fans at Saturday’s championship game to end the UFL’s third season. There will likely be a good crowd of more than 15,000 in the stands (the stadium holds 20,000) and a television audience of more than 1 million watching on ABC. At some point soon, the UFL owners will meet to review the season and make decisions about the future. Let’s give a preview of what I think that meeting will entail. A review of the 2026 UFL season – the OK, the “Meh”, and the downright ugly The third year for any new business should show its owners that the venture is making positive strides.  If the business is not already profitable, the annual losses should be getting smaller by the year as the business gains favor with the buying public. For the UFL, those primary measures are home team attendance (and revenues) and national television ratings. Let’s start with the Ugly. Home attendance dropped again in 2026 Each of the eight UFL teams played five home games in the 10-game regular season. The St. Louis Battlehawks (playing in a 60,000 domed football stadium) drew more than 23,000 per game to lead the UFL in home attendance once again in 2026.  Despite the positive attendance, the cost for the lease at the Dome at America’s Center (formerly known as the Edward Jones Dome) in St. Louis is also likely the highest paid by the UFL. The expansion Louisville Kings came in second with more than 11,000 fans per home opener. Another expansion franchise, the Columbus Aviators finished third with 10,362 paying customers per home game in 2026. The other five UFL franchises failed to average 10,000 fans per game with the two Texas teams (Dallas and Houston) coming in last with 6,185 and 5,683 per game respectively. Birmingham (which plays in UAB’s home football stadium) and St. Louis played their home games in traditional football stadiums. The other six UFL franchises played the 2026 season in smaller soccer venues.  Lease costs for these soccer stadiums are lower than the cost of most traditional football stadiums.  Home television viewers are less likely to be turned-off by seeing small crowds if played in a 20,000 seat soccer stadium. The UFL home team attendance figures have declined in each of the league’s three seasons. The 2024 season produced an average of 12,800 fans. In 2025, the UFL dropped to 12,168 per game. This year’s 10,500 average marked a 14% decline from 2025. Ouch. It means that the public (even with affordable ticket prices of $20-30 available) simply is not very excited about the UFL’s on-field product. Now for the “Meh” – Television ratings in 2026 were relatively flat vs. 2025 I remember reading an article a few years ago which claimed that the UFL needed to draw more than one million television viewers per game in order to have a chance to turn a profit. Well, that didn’t happen again this year, either. The Friday night prime time game on FOX produced consistent numbers. The ratings showed a reliable audience of 600-700,000 viewers on Friday nights during the 7PM to 10PM Central time period. That may sound good until you know the rest of the story.  The FOX Friday night audience for UFL games was mired in last place all season when compared to programming on competitors CBS, NBC, and ABC. FOX Sports (a part-owner of the UFL) cannot be pleased with their investment after three seasons. Ditto for Disney’s ESPN brand. The sports giant also owns a piece of the UFL.  They televised one or more weekly UFL games via ESPN and/or corporate affiliate, ABC. The 2026 ratings for the Saturday and Sunday UFL games on ABC continue to show the highest viewership.  At least four regular season games on ABC topped the one million mark during the first nine weeks of the UFL season. That meant only 11% of the first nine weeks of UFL games in 2026 produced a television audience of one million or more. If the league’s original goal was to reach one million viewers per televised game, the UFL continues to fall woefully short of that target. The “OK” – the spring football league continues to innovate and try harder UFL ownership includes the aforementioned FOX Sports and ESPN along with Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, his ex-wife Dany Garcia, Redbird Capital Partners, and billionaire Mike Repole. Repole bought his way into the UFL following the 2025 season.  His ownership percentage and who he purchased it from have yet to be disclosed. It has been new owner Mike Repole who pushed to move UFL teams into smaller soccer venues in 2026. He also gave the green light to relocate UFL franchises away from San Antonio, Memphis, and Detroit in favor of Columbus (OH), Louisville, and Orlando for this season. Those three non-NFL cities produced slightly improved attendance figures and saved money with significantly lower lease costs.  However, none of the three teams turned a profit based on their gate receipts. Despite his personal energy, Mike Repole’s promotional skills and tinkering with the UFL simply hasn’t paid off.  League attendance went down in 2026 while television ratings were flat. The effort is commendable. The UFL’s massive annual losses, though, continue. What should the UFL owners do at their next meeting following the 2026 season? Let’s make an assumption that the UFL loses (just my guess here) $50 million in 2026.  That would mark the third consecutive year of significant losses for the latest spring football experiment. Non-corporate UFL owners such as Dwayne Johnson and his ex-wife, Dany Garcia, should be ready to exit as owners by now. They cannot be pleased with losing millions of their own money every year.  The cash losses by the UFL show no sign of abatement should the league continue into 2027.  Johnson and Garcia lost big bucks with the XFL, too.  They have now been losing even more money with the UFL for three seasons. Why should they stick around? Redbird Capital Partners might fly away at the next owner’s meeting, too. The private equity investor claims over $10 billion in managed assets.  Redbird’s website currently displays the UFL as one of 36 different major investments for the company.  The UFL’s continuing annual losses are a negative.  Don’t be surprised if they, too, wish to move on at the next UFL owners meeting. FOX Sports may have a different perspective on the UFL. The NFL on FOX could end within the next five years at the end of the network’s latest contract. FOX Sports could, perhaps, envision the UFL becoming a potential future fall competitor for the NFL.  The fledgling American Football League of the 1960’s did it.  However, it took ten years for the NFL to eventually gobble-up their competitor. Let’s say that I’m wrong about FOX Sports’ long-term thinking on the UFL.  They really don’t need the UFL for programming and might be ready to pull the plug at the next owners meeting. How are ESPN and ABC feeling about the UFL right now? Mounting annual losses by the UFL are (effectively) petty cash for Disney.  The current spring positioning of the UFL season fills a major weekend programming need for ESPN and ABC.  There aren’t a lot of major sports events available to fill air time on ESPN from April through June. An important item to remember is that the NFL sold its NFL Network to ESPN earlier in 2026 in return for a 10% ownership stake in ESPN.  ESPN and ABC must now seriously consider doing whatever the NFL wants with respect to the UFL.  They could vote to stick with the UFL or decide to shut it down for good this summer. That leaves the enthusiastic billionaire UFL investor Mike Repole. Repole jumped into the UFL dumpster fire with both feet last year.  Most billionaires get rich by being very shrewd in business. I suspect that Mike Repole (if he sticks around for another year or more) sees the UFL eventually becoming a partner with the NFL down the road.  He appears to be a risk-taker willing to swing for the fences. Should the NFL ever decide to invest in the UFL as a spring football partner, Mike Repole’s investment gamble could pay off handsomely. Than again, the NFL has plenty of its own billionaire owners, too.  Their luxury cruise liner isn’t likely to throw a life preserver to Mike Repole or any of his other UFL ownership partners anytime soon. The UFL’s third year financial condition reminds me of a 1977 Harry Chapin song. “The Dance Band on the Titanic” featured some rather clever lyrics and an upbeat melody.  In the musical version, the ship’s band was trying to create a musical diversion just as the massive boat began to sink. One line of the song says,“The iceberg’s on the starboard bow – Won’t you dance with me?” This next meeting of the UFL owners is likely to be a dandy. 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After a career that spanned stints in the NFL, XFL and the CFL, former Temple quarterback P.J. Walker announced his retirement earlier this month at the age of 31. The Owls' all-time leading passer joined us on the podcast this week to reminisce about his time on North Broad Street with former head coach Matt Rhule, who later became his NFL head coach with the Carolina Panthers. Walker shared stories about the 2015 win over Penn State,the last-minute drive down at UCF that saved Temple's season and vaulted the Owls to a 2016 American Conference championship, and the bonds he built with teammates like Jahad Thomas, Robby Anderson and Tyler Matakevich. And during his time with the Indianapolis Colts, Walker played for an offensive coordinator named Nick Sirianni. How does Walker view the Eagles' Super Bowl-winning but oft-criticized head coach? Find out on this week's episode of The Scoop. Intro: 0:00 – 10:22 P.J. Walker joins The Scoop: 10:22 – 53:00 Football recruiting, roster updates: 53:00 – 55:02 Mailbag: 55:02 – end * Timestamps are approximate due to advertisements. 

We are throwing (get it!?) it back to episode 55 and revisiting the short-lived pro sports experiment THE XFL. One part WWE and no part NFL, the XFL was the brain child of Vince McMahon and Dick Ebersol, two titans of entertainment with no one to answer to. A more violent, sex fueled, dramatic version of pro football, what could go wrong? This topic needed the absolute full dump treatment folks.

Daily Dad Jokes (25 Apr 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: rainblade1980, TheQuietKid22, madazzahatter, TRAKRACER, Giantsgiants, FuckinWimp87, VERBERD, Tribunal_Power, JoeFas, RedWolf308, Xfl_roughnecks, LurkyTheHatMan, some_lerker, dropped86, JaymantheLegend, bowen7477, 1963Jan, hpbojoe, ShadowDaGamer, honolulu_oahu_mod, hauzan2112, Toggle2, Degtyrev, drewn2020, Cowhat_Librarian, cotswoldboy, VERBERD, agenttux, FrankDaTank787, madazzahatter, , thomasbrakeline, thomasthetanker, StockInitial4460, BlueMageTheWizard, sierrasport, devnodegree, Advice-Novel, Twigsnapper, VERBERD, Lava_Wolf_68, winkelschleifer, TRAKRACER, chaosmonkey, oeco123, TheActualJonesy, sakatimi, Farfocele, Gazcobain, Brodacious-G, jarhead_5537, mikebellman, Yeomanroach, Turbo-R, azdrum, Fourthson77, DrumSpace, nordrb, madazzahatter, cmoellering, everydayisarborday, farrukhsshah Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Daily Dad Jokes (25 Apr 2026) The official Daily Dad Jokes Podcast electronic button now available on Amazon. The perfect gift for dad! Click here here to view! Shower Thoughts Podcast: We have another podcast called Daily Shower Thoughts, showcasing random, amusing and mind bending epiphanies. Search "Daily Shower Thoughts" in your podcast player or click here Email Newsletter: Looking for more dad joke humor to share? Then subscribe to our new weekly email newsletter. It's our weekly round-up of the best dad jokes, memes, and humor for you to enjoy. Spread the laughs, and groans, and sign up today! Click here to subscribe! Listen to the Daily Dad Jokes podcast here: https://dailydadjokespodcast.com/ or search "Daily Dad Jokes" in your podcast app. Jokes sourced and curated from reddit.com/r/dadjokes. Joke credits: rainblade1980, TheQuietKid22, madazzahatter, TRAKRACER, Giantsgiants, FuckinWimp87, VERBERD, Tribunal_Power, JoeFas, RedWolf308, Xfl_roughnecks, LurkyTheHatMan, some_lerker, dropped86, JaymantheLegend, bowen7477, 1963Jan, hpbojoe, ShadowDaGamer, honolulu_oahu_mod, hauzan2112, Toggle2, Degtyrev, drewn2020, Cowhat_Librarian, cotswoldboy, VERBERD, agenttux, FrankDaTank787, madazzahatter, , thomasbrakeline, thomasthetanker, StockInitial4460, BlueMageTheWizard, sierrasport, devnodegree, Advice-Novel, Twigsnapper, VERBERD, Lava_Wolf_68, winkelschleifer, TRAKRACER, chaosmonkey, oeco123, TheActualJonesy, sakatimi, Farfocele, Gazcobain, Brodacious-G, jarhead_5537, mikebellman, Yeomanroach, Turbo-R, azdrum, Fourthson77, DrumSpace, nordrb, madazzahatter, cmoellering, everydayisarborday, farrukhsshah Subscribe to this podcast via: iHeartMedia Spotify iTunes Google Podcasts YouTube Channel Social media: Instagram Facebook Twitter TikTok Discord Interested in advertising or sponsoring our show? Contact us at mediasales@klassicstudios.com Produced by Klassic Studios using AutoGen Podcast technology (http://klassicstudios.com/autogen-podcasts/) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Darnell Sankey of the BC Lions joins Travis Currah and Sheldon Jones for an offseason chat!   00:00 - Open 01:27 - Taking part in multiple sports 03:18 - The contact part of football 05:18 - NCAA and NFL stadiums he played in 07:15 - Being cut 13 times 09:11 - 2020 disrupting the start of his CFL career 11:04 - Negativity surrounding the CFL 15:46 - 120 tackles with the Roughriders 17:23 - Winning the XFL championship and then the Grey Cup 19:46 - Durability 20:49 - The Grey Cup loss in 2025 24:01 - Signing with the BC Lions 25:41 - Bringing leadership to a new team 30:24 - The winning mentality   SUBSCRIBE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCp1-WTbs82THRNHc-RQbCVA    2 and Out Merch: https://2-and-out-cfl.myspreadshop.ca/    Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/2andOutCFLPodcast 

Originally Aired March 30, 2026: Everyone's on dope. Kangaroo diapers. Everything you wanna know about the XFL fantasy draft. Listen & subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Amazon Music. For more, visit https://www.93x.com/half-assed-morning-show/Follow the Half-Assed Morning Show:Twitter/X: @93XHAMSFacebook: @93XHAMSInstagram: @93XHAMSEmail the show: HAMS93X@gmail.com See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani review a chaotic episode of SmackDown from Oakland, California. Vince McMahon is busy launching the Los Angeles Xtreme for the XFL, leaving the wrestlers to deliver a high-energy show for the WWE fans on the West Coast.The main event features a brutal No DQ match between Triple H and The Undertaker. Stephanie McMahon attempts to interfere, leading to a massive chokeslam tease before Triple H uses a steel chair to secure the win. Tommy Blacha provides backstage details on the addition of Michael Hayes to the writing team and the grueling travel schedule of the California loop.Other major discussion points include:- Steven Richards taking his Right to Censor crusade to the next level by stealing tables from The Dudley Boyz.- Steve Blackman showcasing his lethal martial arts skills by destroying Crash to retain the Hardcore Championship.- Chris Benoit defeating Eddie Guerrero and Chyna in a handicap match with an assist from Shane McMahon.- The Rock making an explosive run-in to save Eddie Guerrero and Chyna from a post-match beatdown.- Rikishi and Too Cool battling Val Venis and T&A in a six-man tag team match.0:00 Intro 1:25 Welcome to Oakland and the Bay Area3:15 The Los Angeles Xtreme XFL Press Conference6:30 Mick Foley's Absence and Main Event Announcement8:45 Match 1: Too Cool & Rikishi vs. T&A & Val Venis12:10 Triple H Addresses the DX Attack on Chris Jericho14:20 Kurt Angle's Hug and Triple H's Reaction16:45 Match 2: Kane vs. Kurt Angle20:15 Match 3: Steve Blackman vs. Crash for the Hardcore Championship23:40 Match 4: Kaientai vs. Chaz & D-Lo Brown25:30 Match 5: Bradshaw vs. Gangrel28:00 Match 6: The Dudley Boyz vs. Edge & Christian31:15 Steven Richards Steals the Tables35:40 Match 7: Chris Benoit vs. Eddie Guerrero & Chyna39:00 The Rock Makes the Save!42:15 Backstage News: Michael Hayes and the WWF Writing Staff46:50 Main Event: The Undertaker vs. Triple H in a No DQ Match51:20 OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Brace yourself for a sports-filled jog with a dash of tech debates, a sprinkle of streaming snobbery, and a whole lot of March Madness madness. Perfect for those who love their sports hot, their gadgets cooler, and their takes a bit sarcastic. Because who doesn't want to hear about flag football, NBA playoffs, and the age-old debate: Apple Watch or Aura Ring? The March Madness blend of blue bloods versus Cinderella tales The future of NBA expansion into Las Vegas and Seattle The epic saga of streaming subscriptions—HBO vs Peacock and the perils of canceled accounts Flag football's rise as an off-season filler and its potential as a televised sport Wemby's dominance and the NBA playoffs preview—Jokic, LeBron, and the rising stars Marvel shows: a love-hate relationship with Netflix Marvel, and the hype for Daredevil Season 2 and Spider-Man's latest trailer The sports culture: college basketball upsets, NBA milieu, and the potential of flag football as an Olympic sport 00:00 - March sports frenzy: from Super Bowl to Madness 00:47 - Debating Apple Watch vs Aura Ring: the subscription dilemma 01:34 - Gift ideas for the big 3-0: Watch bands and flashy upgrades 05:00 - The aging uncle debate: Unk or Big Bro? 08:47 - Fanatics flag football classic: real athlete action or just fun? 10:07 - Flag football in the XFL — the next big thing? 11:22 - Comparing NFL, college, and flag football—what actually translates? 12:02 - Olympics and flag football: which players will represent? 14:33 - Off-season basketball chatter: NBA playoffs and team form 17:05 - March Madness: upsets, blue bloods, and favorite matchups 22:25 - The rise of casual brackets and the decline of Cinderella teams 29:33 - NBA expansion into Vegas and Seattle—what's the hype? 41:32 - Naming the Vegas NBA team—what should it be? 44:01 - Daredevil and Marvel: Season 2 hype and Netflix throwbacks 50:54 - Spider-Man's future and upcoming movies—what's next in Marvel land?

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani take a trip to the "Shark Tank" in San Jose for a chaotic July 10, 2000, episode of Monday Night Raw. With Commissioner Mick Foley away on promotional duties in Asia, Degeneration X attempts to regain total control of the show. Meanwhile, one of the most hilariously disrespectful segments in Attitude Era history unfolds as Kurt Angle presents the Undertaker with an "energy-efficient" Vespa scooter.We break down the high-stakes main event between The Rock and Chris Benoit, which features a "Montreal-style" screwjob finish involving guest referee Shane McMahon. Tommy Blacha pulls back the curtain on the "mercurial mood" of Vince McMahon during the XFL expansion and the logistical nightmare of the California loop. We also discuss the infamous Bash at the Beach 2000 incident that occurred the night before, analyzing the Vince Russo vs. Hulk Hogan shoot and its impact on the wrestling world.Other major discussion points include:- The Undertaker's hallway biker entrance and his rejection of the "gift" from Kurt Angle.- The Right to Censor officially shutting down matches and "protecting" Trish Stratus with towels.- Triple H's "gym clothes" match against X-Pac and the brutal sledgehammer beatdown of Chris Jericho.- Edge & Christian defending the tag titles against The Acolytes in a match filled with ring-bell shenanigans.- The "West Coast Slog": Why fly-away shows often led to last-minute booking chaos.0:00 - Intro1:46 - Vince McMahon's hands-on management style off-camera5:32 - The XFL Hype9:10 - BASH AT THE BEACH 2000: Russo vs. Hogan and the screwjob15:40 - Missing Foley: Why the show reverted to heel dominance17:30 - Lita vs. Trish Stratus: The "Street Clothes" Street Fight19:10 - Shane McMahon & Chris Benoit: The "Just Friends" alliance21:50 - The dark side of Benoit's promos in retrospect23:05 - Mick Foley's "Google Earth" travel graphics23:25 - Match 1: Too Cool vs. T&A vs. The Hardys25:00 - Tazz's "out of the cage" run-ins and status with the writers26:45 - Chris Jericho's attacked by Road Dogg28:00 - THE VESPA INCIDENT: Kurt Angle's gift to the Undertaker31:30 - Match 2: Kane vs. Rikishi vs. Val Venis (IC Title)35:00 - Triple H's trap for Jericho: "The Hunter" vs. "The Game"38:30 - Match 3: Edge vs. Bradshaw (Stan Hansen level Lariats)41:40 - Match 4: Lita vs. Trish Stratus (The top-off ending)43:55 - RIGHT TO CENSOR: Steven Richards declares the contest over48:30 - Match 5: Triple H vs. X-Pac (The DX betrayal)50:30 - Sledgehammer Beatdown: Jericho's Crimson Mask53:15 - Backstage: Chyna's "Small Ice Pack" dig at Benoit55:50 - Triple H's suggestion for the STD: Standing Torture Device57:10 - Main Event: The Rock vs. Chris Benoit 1:00:30 - The Shane McMahon Ref shirt reveal and Screwjob finish1:03:00 - Fly on the wall: Tommy's dream to be at NWO Sold Out1:05:35 - OutroFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us Fan MailTom Luginbill is the National Recruiting Director at ESPN and Lead Analyst at the ACC Network. As an athlete, Tom was the starting Qb at Palomar Junior College helping his school win the National Championship in 1993. He would later transferring and becoming the starting QB at both Georgia Tech and Eastern Kentucky. Luginbill is the son of a coach and followed in his father's footsteps coaching in the AFL, XFL and NFL. You can see Tom on ESPN and the ACC Network calling college football games and breaking down every aspect of the sport. In this episode we focus on the upcoming college football season and highlight which teams could be title contenders in 2026. Tom talks about the transfer portal, top QB's in the ACC, what the heck Bill Belichick is doing at UNC, transfer tampering and much more.  

Former WWF writer Tommy Blacha and co-host Rob Pasbani are in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, to recap a night of massive upsets and "soft reboots." The episode is headlined by a shocker as the Brooklyn Brawler pins Triple H in a handicap match after Chris Jericho provides a timely distraction.We break down the scary, legitimate injury sustained by Hardcore Holly during a stiff match with Kurt Angle, where a chaotic moonsault resulted in a broken arm for the "Big Shot." Tommy Blacha provides the backstage scoop on Taz's "doghouse" status with management, the real-life logistics of the XFL launch, and why Vince McMahon reneged on his promise to give Mick Foley six months off. We also discuss the debut of the "Conchierto" and the emergence of Steven Richards as the moral authority of the Right to Censor.Other major discussion points include:- The Rock's Hollywood absence and his world premiere of "It Doesn't Matter" on TRL.- Kurt Angle's hilarious and accidental "milk" assault on the Undertaker's motorcycle.- Val Venis shocking Rikishi to capture the Intercontinental Championship.- Steve Blackman reclaiming his killer instinct (and the Hardcore Title) with a nunchuck assault.- Tommy Blacha shares his original pitch for a "Split Belt" gimmick for the women's division.Don't forget to LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and hit the notification bell!Follow Tales from the Attitude Era: Email: tftattitudera@gmail.com Instagram/TikTok/X: @TFTattitudeera0:00 - Intro 4:12 - Vince McMahon: The "Madman" at the helm5:32 - THE XFL HYPE12:16 - Bill Clinton and the 2000 political backdrop13:58 - Match 1: Chris Jericho vs. Kurt Angle (Stephanie intervene)18:46 - Kurt Angle sprays milk on Undertaker's bike21:50 - Why Foley returned from retirement early24:16 - Foley and Benoit Promo27:30 - Backstage: Triple H finds Angle's milk disaster28:46 - Match 2: The Dudley Boyz vs. Lo-Down (Chaz & D-Lo Brown)31:32 - Match 3: Dean Malenko vs. Ivory & Jacqueline (Handicap Match)33:20 - THE BELT SPLIT GIMMICK: Tommy's original pitch for the ladies36:06 - Match 4: Rikishi vs. Val Venis (Intercontinental Title Change)38:39 - Match 5: Steve Blackman vs. Big Boss Man (Hardcore Title)39:39 - Match 6: Undertaker & Kane vs. T&A (The Double Big Boot)40:32 - Who has the best Big Boot of all time? (The Bruiser Brody debate)41:52 - Match 7: Triple H vs. Kai En Tai & Brooklyn Brawler43:26 - THE UPSET: Brooklyn Brawler pins Triple H!45:25 - Jericho steals Triple H's limo to South Beach47:12 - Main Event: The Rock, Eddie & Chyna vs. Benoit, Edge & Christian50:38 - Sunday Night Heat: Al Snow vs. Essa Rios53:02 - Outro / Paul Bearer-Lawler impressionsFollow Tales from The Attitude Era on all social mediahttp://youtube.com/@TFTAttitudeEra http://twitter.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://instagram.com/TFTAttitudeErahttp://tiktok.com/@TFTAttitudeEra Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Packers Punter Daniel Whelan joins Wisconsin Sports Daily from Ireland! Daniel explains his journey to the NFL from Ireland to the XFL to the big leagues! Daniel also discusses Rich Bisaccia stepping down as ST Coordinator.

We discuss the fact that no black head coaches were hired this offseason despite there being 10 openings. Neither Bill Belichick or Robert Kraft will be elected to the Hall of Fame. Its Lit features lookback to the very first XFL game (which Fred had a prominent role). Eric Dickerson gives his Superbowl prediction.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

When you and your guest talk football and bring up the XFL and the USFL - and it took place two years before the two leagues merged into the UFL.  Among the teams mentioned: the St. Louis BattleHawks (consistently leading the league in attendance), Houston Gamblers (who post-merger were rebranded under the XFL Roughnecks name - and starting in '26 will once again play as the Gamblers), New Orleans Breakers (currently in a state of suspended animation but could easily come back), Michigan Panthers (who have consistently been good in the UFL but were placed in suspended animation because Ford Field has been hard for them to fill), and New Jersey Generals (also in suspended animation). From our episode with Justin Pemberton

Send us a textDan Soder is on the move with his Golden Retriever Of Comedy Tour, and St. Louis is one of the stops he is most excited about. The popular stand-up comedian, actor, and podcaster will take the stage at The Factory in Chesterfield on Saturday, November 22. Doors open at 6 pm and the show begins at 7 pm. The event is all ages and tickets are available at dansoder.com. Fans can also watch his special On The Road on YouTube ahead of the show.Before the tour hits St. Louis, Soder joined The Mox and Chuck on The Barn for a fun and wide-ranging conversation. Immediately settling into discussing what he loves about performing in the area. Soder praised St. Louis for its loyal comedy audiences and joked about the city's ability to show up in any type of weather. That appreciation came through as he previewed his Factory performance and talked about what makes the region a great stop for stand-up.Sports always seem to find their way into a Dan Soder conversation, and his chat to The Barn was no different. The group reminisced about the St. Louis Rams and the era of the Greatest Show on Turf. Soder shared his mixed feelings about the team leaving, as well as his admiration for how St. Louis fans rallied around the XFL. They also compared their own sports loyalties. Soder sticks with the Giants and the 49ers, while The Barn follows the Bills and the Packers. Soder noted that if his team ever moved, he would prefer choosing a new one rather than following a relocated franchise.Soder and the crew also explored how comedy continues to evolve. He reflected on the impact of podcasts, which have opened huge opportunities while also changing how audiences discover stand-up. He talked about the decline of comedy films, shifting media habits, and his admiration for icons like Bernie Mac and Norm Macdonald. Through it all, Soder emphasized the importance of staying true to the craft of stand-up even as formats around it change.With his St. Louis show approaching, Soder left listeners eager to catch his performance at The Factory. His stop at The Barn offered a thoughtful and entertaining look at his life on tour, his love for stand-up, and his connection to the city. The Golden Retriever Of Comedy Tour rolls on, and St. Louis is next in line for a night of sharp jokes, strong stories, and classic Dan Soder energy.www.BetterHelp.com/TheBarnhttp://www.betterhelp.com/TheBarn http://www.betterhelp.com/TheBarnThis episode is sponsored by www.betterhelp.com/TheBarn and brought to you as always by The Barn Media Group. YOUTUBE https://www.youtube.com/@TheBarnPodcastNetwork SPOTIFY https://open.spotify.com/show/09neXeCS8I0U8OZJroUGd4?si=2f9b8dfa5d2c4504 APPLE https://podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id1625411141 I HEART RADIO https://www.iheart.com/podcast/97160034/ AMAZON https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/7aff7d00-c41b-4154-94cf-221a808e3595/the-barn

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Send us a textThere is no space odyssey to be found in this 2001!Episode 215 features all things pop culture from the year 1984. Television, music, weird news stories, and more!Set your TiVo because we're diving deep into all things television in 2001. New hit shows like 24, returning juggernauts like Friends, and the dawning of the reality TV revolution with Survivor. There are also some fails like the XFL, as well as memorable commercials.Find a safe website to legally download MP3s because we are going to look at music in 2001. The arrival of iTunes, fails by music legends like Mariah Carey, new stars on the rise like Alicia Keys, and the never-ending battle between pop, rock, and hip-hop. It's the start of the digital revolution.The Top 5 is filled with weird and funny news stories from 2001 that might be the wildest ones yet. One man goes postal in an odd way, another man really loves his dog, and who would have thought McDonald's Monopoly game was rigged?There is, of course, a brand new This Week In History and Time Capsule centered around Barry Bonds breaking the single-season home run record in Major League Baseball.This entire episode is a celebration of the birthday of my niece Emma. I hope that you enjoy it! You can support my work by becoming a member on Patreon. Or you can Buy Me A Coffee!Helpful Links from this EpisodeBuy My New Book, In Their Footsteps!Searching For the Lady of the Dunes True Crime BookHooked By Kiwi - Etsy.comDJ Williams MusicKeeKee's Cape Cod KitchenChristopher Setterlund.comCape Cod Living - Zazzle StoreSubscribe on YouTube!Initial Impressions 2.0 BlogWebcam Weekly Wrapup PodcastCJSetterlundPhotos on EtsyListen to Episode 214 hereHawaii Travel & Vacation GuideDiscover Hawaii's Best local spots and travel tips!Listen on: Apple Podcasts SpotifySupport the show

Get 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://www.elitefts.com/  Shop Bands: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/bands.html   We welcome Mike Niklos to this episode of Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast!   Since 2008, Mike Niklos has worked with athletes at every stage—from young athletes just beginning their journey to the highest-caliber professionals in the world. With nearly two decades of coaching experience, Mike has designed and implemented long-term athletic development programs for youth ages 8–18, as well as elite-level, high-performance training for professional, collegiate, and Olympic athletes.   His resume reads like a roll call of global sports organizations. Mike has trained and developed athletes competing in the NFL, CFL, XFL, NBA, MLB, MLS, USWNT, NWSL, UEFA, BBL, and Rugby Union. His ability to adapt programming to the demands of each sport—and the specific needs of each athlete—has made him a sought-after resource in the world of strength and conditioning.   Mike's coaching philosophy blends science-based performance principles with practical, real-world experience. He understands that building a dominant athlete requires more than just raw strength; it's about developing speed, agility, power, durability, and mental toughness over time. His long-term approach to youth training lays a foundation that not only improves performance in the short term but sustains it throughout an athlete's career. For professionals, his programming is dialed in to optimize peak performance when it matters most—on game day.   https://www.instagram.com/niklos11/   THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS  Get 10% OFF Your Next Marek Health Labs (CODE: TABLETALK): https://marekhealth.com/ Get a free 8-count Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular drink mix flavors with any purchase: https://partners.drinklmnt.com/free-gift-with-purchase?utm_campaign=agwp&am…   Save Up to 20% at Sleepme (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://sleep.me/tabletalk Get 10% OFF RP Hypertrophy App (CODE: TABLE TALK) :https://go.rpstrength.com/hypertrophy-app/  Get 10% OFF at elitefts (CODE: TABLE TALK): https://www.elitefts.com/  Get 10% OFF at Granite Nutrition (CODE TABLETALK): https://granitenutrition.com/?utm_source=podcast&utm_medium=audio&utm_campaign=Dave_Tate Support Massenomics! https://www.massenomics.com/ Use the discount code ELITEFTS20 to save 20% on your next monthly, yearly, or lifetime MASS Research Review membership plan. The discount lasts FOREVER!  https://massresearchreview.com/     SUPPORT THE SHOW    All profits from elitefts Limited Edition Apparel, Table Talk Coffee, and Team elitefts Workouts, Programs, and Training eBooks support Dave Tate's Table Talk Podcast.    elitefts Shop: https://www.elitefts.com/  elitefts IG: https://www.instagram.com/elitefts/    elitefts  Limited Edition Apparel: https://www.elitefts.com/shop/apparel/limited-edition.html

On this episode of the SeventySix Capital Sports Leadership Show - College Sports Edition, Wayne Kimmel and Co-Host Ken Shropshire interviewed Professional and Collegiate Sports Executive, Oliver Luck.As President of Palmetto Trust Company, LLC and Chairman of Altius Sports Partners, Luck provides leadership experience spanning collegiate and professional athletics. His roles have included Commissioner of the XFL, Executive Vice President for Regulatory Affairs and Strategic Partnerships of the NCAA, and Athletic Director of West Virginia University.Additionally, Luck has been in leadership roles with the Houston Dynamo of Major League Soccer and the National Football League and was Chief Executive Officer of the Harris County-Houston Sports Authority, where he oversaw the financing, construction and management of professional sports and entertainment infrastructure in Houston, including Minute Maid Park, Reliant Stadium and Toyota Center.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Oliver Luck02:16 The Evolution of College Sports and NIL07:21 Unionization and Collective Bargaining in College Sports12:26 The Importance of Education and Financial Literacy20:15 Title IX and Gender Equality in Sports25:47 Maximizing Revenue for Olympic Sports30:29 The Future of College Sports Management32:12 Looking Ahead: The Future of College Athletics

In this powerful episode of the Christian Businessman Series, Alex chats with longtime friend Derrick Clark, simply known as DC to Evangel football fans. DC is a former NFL, NFL Europe, and XFL running back turned global flag football entrepreneur. Derrick shares how he came to faith just 16 years ago, how his marriage to Tamara became the greatest blessing of his life, and how God is now using them to mentor and develop inner-city youth and young adults through sports. From leading the NAIA in rushing at Evangel University to co-owning professional flag football teams in the U.S. and Germany, Derrick opens up about the highs and lows of his athletic career and business journey, the role faith plays in his leadership, and the lessons he's learned along the way. This episode is packed with wisdom, humility, and real talk for men navigating faith, family, and purpose. #ChristianBusinessman #FaithAndFootball #FlagFootballLife #MenOfFaith #EvangelAlumni #TheWayWeSeeItPodcast #LeadershipThroughSports #PurposeDrivenMan #KingdomImpact #AthleteTurnedEntrepreneur #DerrickClarkSr #RealTalkFaith #FaithJourney #InnerCityMinistry #FamilyAndFaith #SportsMentorship #XFLAlumni #NFLAlumni #NAIAFootball Alex Bryant Ministries is focused on helping people be reconciled to God, then within one's own self, and finally being reconciled to our fellow man in order to become disciples. Connect with us and our resources:    Our books - Let's Start Again & Man UP    More about us    Follow us on Facebook or Instagram

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-11-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch's Zack Heydorn. They talk Raw Underground and ideas where it's headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock's purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler's push, Daniel Bryan's future and whether he's better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxley, the new Raw faction teases yesterday, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In a special Mailbag episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (8-4-2020) PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by PWTorch columnist and podcaster Greg Parks. They talked Raw Underground and ideas where it's headed and the best and worst case scenarios of how it might play out. Also, The Rock's purchase of the XFL, Shayna Baszler's push, Daniel Bryan's future and whether he's better off in NXT, WWE, AEW, or otherwise in coming years, Jon Moxley vs. Darby Allin and the MJF promo last week to set up his All Out match with Moxley, the new Raw faction teases yesterday, and more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

Amy's story is a raw look at the double-edged sword of early success and the realities behind the spotlight. From a childhood spent performing on national stages to becoming an XFL cheerleader at 20, Amy chased fame and found herself on top of the world—until it all came crashing down. When the applause faded, addiction took hold, forcing Amy to rebuild her life from the ground up.In this episode, Amy opens up about the intoxicating power of attention, the ego's rise and fall, and the life-saving journey to sobriety. She shares what it's really like to start over in an industry that never guarantees a second act, and how true fulfillment comes not from fame, but from doing the work and finding peace in the moment.If you've ever struggled with self-worth, battled addiction, or wondered what happens after the curtain falls, Amy's journey will inspire you to redefine success on your own terms.Earth Monster is the storytelling podcast that uncovers the real stories and biggest ideas that shape our lives. Subscribe for more episodes that celebrate the messy, beautiful journey of being human.

Get the best Blood Bowl swag around from the best (debatable) Blood Bowl Podcast around at CharlieVictorProducts.com Sean Cowley joins the show to talk news about Amorical Cup 2026! Xtreme and Sean also share stories from Ogre-Hio Bowl and why it's good (or bad) to stick with the same team all the time. Jonny P describes his breathtaking first glimpse of Xtreme from Chaos Cup 2004 decked out in full XFL garb. Last call for Zlurpee Bowl and get ready for the LIVE ZLURPCAST on July 24!

We are going LIVE to recap and react to the 2025 UFL Championship game, the 2025 UFL season as a whole, and to record the (likely) last episode of The Markcast®!

The guys (@GamblingPodcast) give out their best bets for College Baseball World Series predictions in this podcast episode. Additionally they discuss their favorite best bets for the UFL Championship Picks with Colby Dant (@TheColbyD) from the UFL Gambling Podcast. They also discuss flying Zebras and Coach O.Go here for free college baseball picks - http://sportsgamblingpodcast.com/college-baseball-picks/Podcast Chapters00:00 Introduction01:09 US Open Golf Bets01:56 College Baseball World Series Preview02:05 Guest Introduction: Omaha Benik02:41 College Baseball Betting Insights13:19 Murray State's Journey15:20 LSU vs Arkansas Matchup19:33 Futures and Jello Shots32:20 Building Your Own Models and Free Picks33:25 Coach O's Viral Moment37:56 Runaway Zebra in Tennessee40:51 UFL Championship Game Preview52:58 Locking in Bets and Final Thoughts Exclusive SGPN Bonuses And Linkshttp://linktr.ee/sportsgamblingpodcastWatch The Sports Gambling Podcast YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/sportsgamblingpodcast Follow The Sports Gambling Podcast X/Twitter - https://x.com/GamblingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportsgamblingpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gamblingpodcastFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast HostsSean Green - http://www.twitter.com/seantgreenRyan Kramer - http://www.twitter.com/kramercentricGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

The guys (@GamblingPodcast) give out their best bets for College Baseball World Series predictions in this podcast episode. Additionally they discuss their favorite best bets for the UFL Championship Picks with Colby Dant (@TheColbyD) from the UFL Gambling Podcast. They also discuss flying Zebras and Coach O.Go here for free college baseball picks - http://sportsgamblingpodcast.com/college-baseball-picks/Podcast Chapters00:00 Introduction01:09 US Open Golf Bets01:56 College Baseball World Series Preview02:05 Guest Introduction: Omaha Benik02:41 College Baseball Betting Insights13:19 Murray State's Journey15:20 LSU vs Arkansas Matchup19:33 Futures and Jello Shots32:20 Building Your Own Models and Free Picks33:25 Coach O's Viral Moment37:56 Runaway Zebra in Tennessee40:51 UFL Championship Game Preview52:58 Locking in Bets and Final Thoughts Exclusive SGPN Bonuses And Linkshttp://linktr.ee/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast X/Twitter - https://x.com/GamblingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportsgamblingpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gamblingpodcastFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast HostsSean Green - http://www.twitter.com/seantgreenRyan Kramer - http://www.twitter.com/kramercentricGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

We are going LIVE to recap the 2025 UFL playoffs and preview the big UFL Championship game on Tuesday, June 10th!! Join John Lewis and me for your weekly UFL 2025 recap show with results from the weekend's United Football League games, including our reactions and analysis!!

We are going LIVE to recap the 2025 UFL regular season and preview the UFL 2025 playoffs on Monday, June 2nd!! Join John Lewis Sports and me for your weekly UFL 2025 recap show with results from the weekend's United Football League games, including our reactions and analysis!!

We are going LIVE to talk UFL 2026 EXPANSION and react to and recap UFL 2025 week 9 on Tuesday, May 27th!! Join John Lewis and me for your weekly UFL 2025 recap show with results from the weekend's United Football League games, including our reactions and analysis!! Plus, we break down the recent UFL trademark "news", and more!

We are going LIVE to react to and recap UFL 2025 week 8 on Tuesday, May 20th!! Join John Lewis Sports and me for your weekly UFL 2025 recap show with results from the weekend's United Football League games, including our reactions and analysis!!

Pat Mayo is today's guest on the "Success is a Choice" podcast. When it comes to fantasy sports, nobody combines information and entertainment quite like Pat Mayo.  He has built his brand into a media company. If you are into media, business, entrepreneurship, or fantasy sports, you won't want to miss this episode. Pat and host Jamy Bechler cover a wide array of topics during this conversation.  1:25 – Developing Style of Broadcasting 5:30 – Shows offered on Mayo Media Network 8:40 – Has Pat done any crazy bets? 10:00 – Greatest Sitcom Bracket episodes 13:00 – Betting on politics 14:30 – Life Hedging 16:00 – Advice on gambling/DFS 18:45 – Is he a fan of sports now? 20:15 – XFL, USFL, WNBA and predictive models 23:00 – Growing a loyal audience 25:30 – Evolving his business through the years and how he got started 33:00 – Running his business 38:30 – YouTube advice 42:00 – working with competitors 44:45 – Self Awareness 48:15 – An acquired taste 50:00 – Best Sitcom Ever Connect with Pat Mayo ... Personal Twitter:  @ThePME Business Twitter: @mayomedianet YouTube: @MayoMediaNetwork Instagram: @mayomedianetwork Podcast on Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pat-mayo-experience/id593007235 Newsletter: https://substack.com/@mayomedia - - - - Each week, the SUCCESS IS A CHOICE podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you.  - - - - Please check out our virtual sessions for parents, coaches, students, and administrators at FreeLeadershipWorkshop.com. These sessions are free and cover a variety of topics. Also, if you like daily readers then you'll want to check out "Step by Step: 365 Daily Insights for Growth, Influence, and Success". This book is a great way to jump start each one of your days in 2025. Get your copy today at JamyBechler.com/store  - - - - Jamy Bechler is the author of nine books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator. TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter

Updated For 2025! This Week In Wrestling History (Season 3 Week 19) covering the period of 5/7 thru 5/13. Running Time: 4 Hours 15 Minutes. This Week In Wrestling History hosted by Don Tony first aired in 2018 and spanned two seasons. After much demand, these retro episodes return REMASTERED and UPDATED FOR 2025. Wrestling history up to and including 2024 has been added! Hundreds of hours of original wrestling clips & stories. Enjoy this deep dive into pro wrestling's awesome history. RUNNING TIME: 4 Hours 15 MinutesHosted by Don Tony SYNOPSIS: S3 E19 (05/07 - 05/13) Bruno Sammartino vs Giant Baba: First time ever WWWF Championship is defended in Japan. Verne Gagne retires as AWA Heavyweight Champion. Eddie Gilbert seriously injured in fiery auto accident following WWF PA event. Nancy Argentino, girlfriend of Jimmy Snuka, dies after head injury suffered at PA hotel. This occurs a few months after Snuka is arrested in NY and originally charged with second and third degree assault of Argentino and a Police Officer. Looking back at the first ever episode of Saturday Night's Main Event (1985). Career vs Title: Jerry Lawler def Curt Hennig to win AWA Heavyweight Championship. Bonus Audio: Curt Hennig attacks owner of Toyota Dealership and destroys the CWA Studio. Looking back at 5th Von Erich Memorial Parade Of Champions (1988). Looking back at NWA WrestleWar 1989. Audio: Memorable attack by Terry Funk on Ric Flair following his NWA Heavyweight Championship win against Ricky Steamboat. Roddy Piper returns to WWF after two year retirement. Audio: Macho Man Randy Savage vs Steve Austin battle for the one and only time they faced off in the ring. Audio: Steve Austin comments on Macho Man Randy Savage. Bill Alfonso makes memorable debut in ECW. WCW announces Nitro expanding to two hours. Standards and Practices: WWF forced to edit Raw segment showing Goldust licking Undertaker up his leg and thigh. Looking back at AAA TripleMania IV (1996). Looking back at WWF IYH 15: A Cold Day In Hell (1997). Memorable Raw moment: HBK superkicks Bret Hart back into his wheelchair. Audio: Farooq accuses WWF of racism and lack of Black Heavyweight Champions. Audio: Rob Van Dam makes Monday Night Raw debut against Jeff Hardy (1997). Audio: Dustin Runnels tears up during Raw segment while speaking about Dusty Rhodes and Goldust character. Audio: Eric Bischoff challenges Vince McMahon to a fight at WCW Slamboree 1998. Online voting gone wrong: Ric Flair voted People Magazine's #2 Most Beautiful People In The World for 1998. Who was #1? MTV airs special WCW 'Ultimate Music Video Feud' and begins the crossover highlighted by Raven / DDP feud. Steve Austin makes memorable appearance on TSN's Off The Record. Looking back at Sable's leaving WWF and filing $110 Million Lawsuit claiming sexual harassment and unsafe working conditions. Audio: Debra vs Sable Evening Gown Match for WWF Women's Championship. Audio: Sean Waltman speaks on putting a cup of feces inside Sable's luggage. DT looks back at highest rated Raw episode (8.1) in history and how WCW never fully recovered from one preemption due to NBA Playoffs. US News And World Report publishes seven page story of WWF and explosion in popularity for pro wrestling. Looking back at WCW Slamboree PPV (1999, 2000). Miss Elizabeth wrestles her first two matches ever (vs Daffney, vs Rhonda Singh). Audio: APA destroy Big Boss Man and Bull Buchanan in a bar fight. Four days after Linda McMahon tells AP that WWF and NBC were working on second season for XFL and not being killed off - NBC and WWF discontinues XFL. Perry Saturn sent home by WWF after 'shooting' on Mike Bell during a match on WWF Jakked. WWF releases Scott Hall 48 hours after the infamous 'Plane Ride From Hell'. Batista makes his WWF main roster debut. Audio: Edge-A-Mania is running wild! Infamous Raw segment: Undertaker attacks, hogties, and drags Hulk Hogan while riding a motorcycle throughout the Air Canada Center. Launch of NWA - Total Nonstop Action (TNA) officially announced. Audio: Memorable Raw segment featuring Steve Austin, Christian, RVD/Kane and the surprise return (and final WWE appearance ever) of The Road Warriors (2003).   Audio: Freddie Blassie tells D-Von to 'Get The Tables!'. John Tenta announces retirement after developing bladder cancer. After two years of PPV only shows, TNA and Fox Sports announce creation of non PPV weekly series, 'Impact!' (2004). Almost a year to the day TNA inks a deal with Fox Sports Net and debuts Impact!, FSN drops TNA programming. Booker T and Batista fight during filming of Summerslam 2006 commercial. Audio: Beth Phoenix makes her WWE main roster debut. Audio: Dr. Vince McMahon gives the Commencement Speech at Sacred Heart University (CT). Audio: After Undertaker battles Batista in a bloody Cage Match and endures a post match beatdown by Mark Henry, Edge cashes in MITB Briefcase to win the World Heavyweight Championship. NWA officially ends their relationship with TNA. Looking back at TNA Sacrifice PPV (2007, 2008, 2012). Audio: Jim Cornette strips Kurt Angle of TNA Heavyweight Championship. Fresh off the disaster of moving Impact to Monday nights and dismal ratings, Dixie Carter issues an odd and desperate plea to wrestling fans. Infamous Raw moment: Jerry Lawler uses Michael Cole's tie to attack Cole within the Cole Mine. Brock Lesnar pulled from UFC event due to diverticulitis. New Japan Pro Wrestling holds their first ever show in the US with help from JAPW. Hulk Hogan's solution to increase fan interaction with TNA? Follow and film TNA Wrestlers anytime they are seen in public. Happy Wedding Anniversary to Gail Kim and Chef Robert Irvine. Baron Corbin makes his WWE NXT TV debut. After Christy Hemme botches the ring introduction of Austin Aries and Bobby Roode, Aries climbs ring rope and puts his crotch in Hemme's face. And TNA waits almost a week to denounce the behavior. Buck Zumhofe sentenced to 25 years in prison for sexually abusing his 15 year old daughter. Audio: Attitude or Ineptitude? TNA tries to get edgy by having MVP use the 'N' word during politically charged promo on Impact. Ray 'Adam Rose' Leppan arrested for alleged domestic battery and is immediately suspended by WWE. Looking back at ROH / NJPW Global Wars 2016. Billy Corgan finalizes the deal to purchase the National Wrestling Alliance (NWA). Looking back at WWE Backlash 2018 and 2022 WWE signs the last two members of MMA Four Horsewomen, Marina Shafir and Jessamyn Duke Audio: Vince McMahon, with the help of Roman Reigns, AJ Styles, Daniel Bryan and Kofi Kingston, creates the RAW and SmackDown 'Wild Card Rule' Silver King tragically dies in the ring during a wrestling match against Juventud Guerrera Looking back at WWE Money In The Bank 2020 Audio: Becky Lynch announces her pregnancy on RAW and Asuka as the new RAW Women's Champion Audio: One of the worst storylines in WWE history begins: Seth Rollins has a weird infatuation with Rey Mysterio's eye Audio: Alberto Del Rio arrested and charged with sexual assault and aggravated kidnapping and how he escaped prison time for these serious charges Looking back at WWE Throwback SmackDown from 2021 AEW is the first to announce their return to touring since the Covid-19 Pandemic began Audio: Swerve introduces the NXT Universe to his new stable, 'Hit Row' Looking back at Impact Wrestling: Under Siege 2022 PPV Audio: Rhea Ripley attacks AJ Styles and becomes the newest member of Judgement Day (led by Edge) Looking back at The Authors Of Pain's 'Wrestling Entertainment Series' promotion fiasco Bobby Roode abruptly retires from pro wrestling after needed a second neck fusion surgery Kenny Omega hit with a very serious case of Diverticulitis Audio: Highlights of Sami Zayn's stand-up comedy act from 'Netflix Is A Joke' with Becky Lynch and Johnny Knoxville Audio: Jesse The Body Ventura reveals negotiations with WWE for a Legends Deal Audio: Wrestling news and IWC livid at Triple H after taking shots at PWInsider and Fightful And so much more! 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The UFL Gambling Podcast (@UFLGamblingPod) on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network releases its Week 5 Preview, Picks & DFS episode. Pick Dundee aka (@TheColbyD), CJ Sullivan (@CJSullivan_) & Justin Mark (@JMarkFootball) break down their top DFS lineups and give out their picks for every single UFL game happening this week. Will Skip Holtz and the Birmingham Stallions finally get on track and blow the Shwoboats out? Can Battlehawks keep their season relevant?Can San Antonio keep winning with Payton Pardee at the helm? Will Anthony McFarland get more carries moving forward? How will Dresser Winn and Case Cookus fare in their first starts of the year? Which team will take a back seat in the XFL division between St. Louis, Arlington, and DC? All this and more on the UFL Gambling Podcast talking Week 5 picks and DFS! Exclusive SGPN Bonuses And Linkshttp://linktr.ee/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast X/Twitter - https://x.com/GamblingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportsgamblingpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gamblingpodcastFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast HostsSean Green - http://www.twitter.com/seantgreenRyan Kramer - http://www.twitter.com/kramercentricGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

In this week's Interview Classic episode from five years ago (4-14-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller presents an interview with MLW founder and booker Court Bauer, who also spent years working in WWE as a Creative Team member. He talks about how MLW is adjusting to the coronavirus situation, how he thinks WWE and AEW are handling the coronavirus including continuing to tape matches, his thoughts on how Vince McMahon is handling the XFL's demise and the coronavirus changing his entire business operations and threatening many revenue streams assumed to be safe, whether he is rooting for AEW to succeed, the mixing of MMA competitors and fight-styles into pro wrestling shows, Ronda Rousey's run with WWE and her recent comments, working with MJF since 2017 in MLW and which wrestlers of the past he reminds them of, his thoughts on “cinematic” post-produced wrestling matches, and more. In a VIP-exclusive Aftershow, Court gives his take on the “Dark Side of the Ring” series including the Von Erich, Brawl for All, and the Chris Benoit documentary with observations on the relationship between Eddie Guerrero and Benoit.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

The UFL Gambling Podcast (@UFLGamblingPod) on the Sports Gambling Podcast Network releases its Week 4 Preview, Picks & DFS episode. Pick Dundee aka (@TheColbyD), CJ Sullivan (@CJSullivan_) & Justin Mark (@JMarkFootball) break down their top DFS lineups and give out their picks for every single UFL game happening this week. Will Skip Holtz and the Birmingham Stallions finally get on track and blow the Roughnecks out? Will the Showboats be able to cover against the Panthers?Can the San Antonio Brahmas improve with losing offensive coordinator A.J. Smith and head Coach Wade Phillips? Will Anthony McFarland get more carries moving forward? Are the Memphis Showboats okay without Ken Whisenhunt? Which team will take a back seat in the XFL division between St. Louis and Arlington? All this and more on the UFL Gambling Podcast talking Week 4 picks and DFS! Exclusive SGPN Bonuses And Linkshttp://linktr.ee/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast X/Twitter - https://x.com/GamblingPodcastInstagram - https://www.instagram.com/sportsgamblingpodcastTikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@gamblingpodcastFacebook - http://www.facebook.com/sportsgamblingpodcastFollow The Sports Gambling Podcast HostsSean Green - http://www.twitter.com/seantgreenRyan Kramer - http://www.twitter.com/kramercentricGambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER CO, DC, IL, IN, LA, MD, MS, NJ, OH, PA, TN, VA, WV, WY Call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY) Call 1-800-327-5050 (MA)21+ to wager. Please Gamble Responsibly. Call 1-800-NEXT-STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS, NV), 1-800 BETS-OFF (IA), 1-800-270-7117 for confidential help (MI)

Liz Loza Welcomes Arlington Renegades QB and Best-Selling Author Luis Perez to the Facts vs. Feelings Podcast Liz and Luis discuss his dynamic career across the NFL, XFL, and UFL, his inspiring decision to leave a promising bowling career to chase his NFL dreams, and his relentless pursuit of fulfillment and success. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In this week's episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Post-show from five years ago (4-10-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Mike Chiari from Ring Rust Radio and Bleacher Report to discuss with live callers WWE Smackdown which was a post-WrestleMania reset with a Braun Strowman-Bray Wyatt feud set-up, a Jeff Hardy push, the Smackdown debut of The Forgotten Sons, Money in the Bank hype, Sasha Banks-Bayley dynamic develops, Sheamus, Elias, The Dirt Sheet with Miz & Morrison, and more with live callers & mailbag. Even some post-mortem XFL talk.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-post-shows--3275545/support.

This week Sean Hayes makes his 5th Industrial Strength Show appearance - and as per usual - he does NOT disappoint! Sean is the former head strength & conditioning coach at the WWE Performance Center and current Director of Player Performance for the UFL. On today's episode you'll hear him discuss a number of different topics including: Sean's transition from the XFL to the [newly formed] UFL; The new technology being used in the UFL to measure recovery & performance; Training lineman vs skill position players; The difference between working with pro football players and pro wrestlers; Why there are so many machines in the UFL weight room; Why Sean & Joe incorporate "bodybuilding" methods into their athletes' programs; Funny Brian Cushing weight room story [from when Sean was a strength coach w/ the Houston Texans]; The most impressive feats of strength/power/performance Sean has witnessed as a coach; Private/Powerful conversations that Sean has had with WWE superstars during their lowest points; Hilarious wrestler impersonations...And MORE! *For a full list of Show Notes + Timestamps visit www.IndustrialStrengthShow.com. Important Links | People Mentioned `Sean Hayes (@fla_hayes) Dave Rienzi (@daverienzi) Brian Cushing (@brian56cushing) Montez Ford (@montezfordwwe) Rhea Ripley (@rhearipley_wwe) Bianca Belair (@biancabelairwwe) Liv Morgan (@yaonlylivvonce) AMPED WARM-UP 3.0 CPPS certification [code: JOED30] 

Davis Mattek is joined by Jake Tribbey of Fantasy Points to preview the UFL in 2025 Draft for $1,500,000 on UnderDog Fantasy & Get A $250 Deposit Bonus With A FREE Pick 'Em Bonus Entry: https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-davis-mattek Get $40 Off A Six-Month RotoGrinders Subscription: https://rotogrinders.com/premium/nfl?promo=davis Sign Up For THE SOLVER Here: https://thesolver.com?ref=yzk0mda Try Out UNABATED'S Premium Sports Betting + DFS Pick 'Em Tools: https://unabated.com/?ref=ymjkzgj Sign up for premium fantasy football content and get exclusive Discord access: www.patreon.com/davismattek Subscribe to the AutoMattek Absolutes Newsletter: https://automattekabsolutes.beehiiv.com/ Download THE DRAFT CADDY: https://endgamesyndicate.com/membership-levels/?pa=DavisMattek Timestamps:00:00 WHY THE UFL?2:25 The Actual UFL Product4:00 How to find an edge in DFS in 20256:00 Charting UFL games?8:30 How Jake Found DFS12:10 Re-evaluating your own DFS play14:50 Learning how to use sims to win at daily fantasy19:10 how similar NFL projections are to UFL projections22:30 Should you just always fade the absolute stone chalk in niche sport DFS?24:20 What are the betting opportunities like for the UFL?  26:30 2025 UFL Preview29:30 The Best Quarterbacks In The UFL34:58 Who are the workhorse running backs in the UFL? 41:20 the elite wide receivers of the UFL  45:00 UFL Lineup Construction

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-13-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Todd Martin from the PWTorch VIP Podcast “The Fix with Todd Martin.” They begin with a review of week one of the XFL and the positives coming out of the weekend, then a review of Raw, a review of NXT on USA, and a preview of Sunday's NXT Takeover Portland live event. Then the show concludes with a bonus Triple H Media Q&A from earlier this week discussing Takeover and other pertinent NXT issues such as Keith Lee's future.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

In this week's Flagship Flashback episode of the Wade Keller Pro Wrestling Podcast from five years ago (2-6-2020), PWTorch editor Wade Keller was joined by Jason Powell from ProWrestling.net and the Pro Wrestling Boom podcast. They discussed possible “transformative” changes in WWE Network and PPVs, Drew McIntyre's rising stock, AEW's quality control issues, comparing AEW to NXT star power, how would NXT playing bigger arenas work, fan reaction complicating Hangman Page heel turn, XFL anticipation, ROH's 2020 changes, and much more.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/wade-keller-pro-wrestling-podcast--3076978/support.

On February 1st, 2001 WWF SmackDown! was taken to the XTREME! This is the one and only episode of SmackDown that they called Xtreme! Why was it called this? It's not an ECW reunion show, as ECW was still in business. Every match isn't a hardcore gimmick match. It has a lot to do with the TV show Friends & Survivor both airing at the same time. Also, the XFL is premiering this weekend and it was a good idea to promote it! The show opens with The Dudleys defending the Tag Team TItles against the Hardy Boyz in a tables match. It's not the best tables match, but there are some crazy spots that have never been done before or since this match. Also, Stone Cold Steve Austin and Triple H are not allowed to touch at all or severe consequences will be upon both of them.  Stone Cold takes over Triple H's locker room and then takes a massive dump in the bathroom. At one point during the night Austin shakes up 2 beer cans and sprays them on Hunter. But remember, Triple H can't touch The Rattlesnake. As Mr. McMahon is leaving for the night, Stephanie approaches him and asks that Triple H get added to the main event WWF title match, with Kurt Angle defending against The Rock. Mr. McMahon agrees and the match is set. In the main event, as the ref is knocked down, Kurt Angle pins Triple H. Stone Cold enters the ring and makes a  fast count with the ref's hand. Kurt Angle retains the title and Triple H is livid! Plus, Kane and The Undertaker battle Rikishi and Haku in a First Blood match!⦁ Deadlock Discord: https://discord.gg/E4BvR4W ⦁ Deadlock Shop: https://shop.deadlockpw.com ⦁ Deadlock Patreon: https://patreon.com/deadlockpw ⦁ Deadlock Twitter: https://twitter.com/deadlockpw ⦁ Deadlock Instagram: https://instagram.com/deadlockwrestling ⦁ Deadlock Reddit: https://reddit.com/r/deadlockpw ⦁ Deadlock Pro Wrestling: http://deadlockpro.com

Full show notes at www.LearningLeader.com Mindful Monday is the best way to start your week. Sign up for free here: https://ryanhawk.kit.com/profile Bob Stoops was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame as a coach in 2021. He was the head football coach at the University of Oklahoma from 1999 to 2016. He led the Sooners to a 191-48 record over his career. His 2000/2001 team won the national championship. He earned the National Coach of the Year award the same season. Since 2020, Stoops has been a head coach in the XFL, winning an XFL Championship in 2023 with the Arlington Renegades. He played college football at the University of Iowa, earning team MVP his senior year as a defensive back. Notes: Coaches Bob has worked for: Hayden Fry at Iowa, Bill Snyder at Kansas State, and Steve Spurrier at Florida. He's worked for some amazing coaches. Relationships are everything. You must connect with people. You must be authentic. Learn from other coaches, but you have to be yourself Sherri Coale: “One of my favorite things about him is he's the busiest man on the planet but never appeared that way. That's a skill and an art. That fascinates me.” What makes a great head coach? They relate to people. They care about them. They can motivate and influence by clearly sharing the vision of the program and inspiring others to get on board. They are decisive people. Most importantly, they know how to connect with people. All leadership is a people business. If you can't connect with others, you'll probably struggle. Creating a “coaches forest” (beyond a tree) - Mike Stoops, Mark Mangino, Mike Leach, Bo Pelini, Kevin Sumlin, Kevin Wilson, Lincoln Riley, and more. How has Bob prepared so many guys to be successful head coaches? Hiring – “I always tried to hire people smarter than me.” A lot of people say this, but not all do this. Coach Stoops looked for people who had a track record of performance… And then he used his gut instincts after he spent time with him. He paid attention to how they treated his secretary, how they treated the waiter at lunch… Some call those the little things, but they were very important to Coach Stoops The overarching theme of the entire conversation was the simplicity of how Coach Stoops built his program. He didn't try to overcomplicate anything. He knew he wanted coaches who were accomplished, high-character people. And he wanted tough players who loved football. Their offenses may have looked exotic but they didn't have a ton of plays installed. They focused on what they did and then practiced it relentlessly so that they would execute better than their opponents. I think there's something beautiful in the simplicity with how he's built his program and the results speak for themselves. Great players want to be coached - Jeremiah Smith, Adrian Peterson. What he looked for in players: They have to LOVE football. Need to be tough and physical. Someone like Dan Cody. From Oklahoma, was skinny, and nobody on the staff wanted to give him a scholarship, but Coach Stoops did, and he turned out to be a great player. Liked to keep local guys home. Off-season workouts create the culture of the team. "We won because we outworked everyone." The attitude of the national championship team - "They were tired of being kicked around." And "I shared with them the history of Oklahoma and let them know the way it should be. When we started, they were a losing team." Josh Heupel - The most valuable recruit ever for Coach Stoops. Mike Leach was a 1 of 1. An original. He seemed relaxed and casual, but he was also very demanding that they do it right. He was also focused on just a few plays instead of trying to do everything. FOCUS. Do what we do Wife Carol - Impressive leader at Mary Kay. Won a pink Cadillac 16 years in a row. National Sales Director. Life/Career Advice - Go hard, be tough, be true to yourself, enjoy the struggle, and look forward to the fight. Nothing great happens without going through struggles first.

LeBron is taking a break from social media. Should you? Are you ready to stop being performatively fascinating and get authentically dull? And is Bluesky the XFL of Twitter — or a refreshingly Musk-free community worth joining? Plus: "Re-Potting with Pablo," making lentil, fighting in Temecula, road rage, Mastodon, two ejaculating giraffes, a charging wildebeest and the actually hungry hippo (with suspenders and a pocket watch). Relevant reading: How Bluesky, Alternative to X and Facebook, Is Handling Explosive Growth (Mike Isaac) The Age of Social Media Is Ending (Ian Bogost) The Bluesky Bubble (Ian Bogost) "With so much hate and negativity in the world today..." (Rich Kleiman) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

LeBron is taking a break from social media. Should you? Are you ready to stop being performatively fascinating and get authentically dull? And is Bluesky the XFL of Twitter — or a refreshingly Musk-free community worth joining? Plus: "Re-Potting with Pablo," making lentil, fighting in Temecula, road rage, Mastodon, two ejaculating giraffes, a charging wildebeest and the actually hungry hippo (with suspenders and a pocket watch). Relevant reading: How Bluesky, Alternative to X and Facebook, Is Handling Explosive Growth (Mike Isaac) The Age of Social Media Is Ending (Ian Bogost) The Bluesky Bubble (Ian Bogost) "With so much hate and negativity in the world today..." (Rich Kleiman) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices