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Following a bad weekend vs the Reds at Yankee Stadium, we are now seeing how their recent injuries are revealing some flaws. BUT it's not like the sky is falling, they just need to piece it together and keep playing solid baseball. In this episode, we talk about the losing skid along with some recent trade rumors regarding Tarik Skubal. Make sure you subscribe to stick around!

The Reds took 2 out of 3 from the Bronx Bombers with a 4-1 win over the Yankees on Sunday Afternoon at Yankee Stadium. Austin Elmore gets in a New York State of Mind and dissects the Reds series clinching victory on the Extra Innings Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Reds took 2 out of 3 from the Bronx Bombers with a 4-1 win over the Yankees on Sunday Afternoon at Yankee Stadium. Austin Elmore gets in a New York State of Mind and dissects the Reds series clinching victory on the Extra Innings Show! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's Friday, which means it's Shoot Around time. Episode 137. Robert Horry, Rob Jenners, and B-Dog are back with the fan questions that didn't make the Tuesday show — plus some detours that definitely weren't on the agenda.   First up: a listener asks whether certain championships just mean more than others. Brian Windhorst sparked the debate on ESPN comparing the Knicks title to the LeBron-Cleveland moment in 2016. Robert's answer might surprise you — for him personally, the 2005 title in San Antonio hit harder than any of the Lakers runs, and he explains why. B-Dog makes the case for Kobe's first ring without Shaq, and Rob gets into what the 2021 Braves World Series meant to him working inside that organization.   Then there's the World Cup. It's in America right now, and a viral video of a French guy experiencing Buc-ee's for the first time is basically the greatest piece of content on the internet. The guys use it as a jumping off point: what does a foreigner absolutely have to experience in the US? Waffle House at 2 AM makes the list. Soul food does too. Atlanta gets discussed at length, and Jameis Winston cleaning up a stadium in Dallas with Japanese fans is just a genuinely wholesome moment.   A listener question about Rick Brunson's courtside moment with Jalen after the title turns into one of the more personal conversations on the show — all three guys share a memory with their dads. Robert's involves sneaking candy into Silver Streak and a hard foul from his pops during a pickup game. Rob talks about a rough stretch with his father that got repaired when his daughter was born. Worth a listen.   From there: household chores, the great grocery shopping debate, Trader Joe's vegan oatmeal cookies vs. Thin Mints, and a final fan question about the wildest thing anyone's ever seen at a live sporting event. Robert tells a story from a Lakers-SuperSonics game that Phil Jackson definitely remembers. And somewhere in there, a bird dies at a Braves spring training game.   Episode 137 of the Shoot Around — every Friday on the Big Shot Bob Podcast feed.  

Hour 1: Craig and Chris break down the Knicks parade and Craig says it's not time to move on from the title win. Plus, Craig works his magic to get Big Mac in the Owner's Box at Yankee Stadium.

Two Knicks stars traded a basketball court for the baseball diamond as the team continues to celebrate its championship in 53 years. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports.

Shaun Morash and Tiki Barber continue the Knicks celebration as callers share emotional parade plans, family memories, and what this championship means to fans across New York. The excitement around Jalen Brunson, the upcoming parade, and a title starved city creates a feeling that this moment is bigger than basketball. The conversation shifts from parade logistics to championship identity, with Brunson and Josh Hart set to bring Knicks magic to Yankee Stadium. Shaun and Tiki compare the Knicks' killer mentality with the Yankees' recent struggles, asking whether New York's baseball powerhouse can rediscover the edge that just carried the Knicks to a title.

The discussion centers on the massive logistical scale of the upcoming New York City ticker tape parade, highlighting the expected police presence and crowd control measures. They debate whether celebrity superfans like Spike Lee should be featured on floats and share plans to present James Dolan with a custom golden basketball cake. The segment also covers the appearance of Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart at Yankee Stadium following the Knicks' championship. 01:15 - NYC Parade Logistics and Security 04:32 - Golden Basketball Cake for James Dolan 06:06 - Who Deserves a Championship Ring? 08:50 - Knicks Stars at Yankee Stadium 12:06 - Celebrity Fans on Parade Floats

This week on Next on the Tee, I'm taking you beyond the fairways and into the world of music, entertainment, friendship, and unforgettable stories with two incredible guests. Leading things off is legendary drummer Liberty DeVitto, who spent three decades behind the kit for Billy Joel and helped create the soundtrack for a generation. Liberty shares stories from his remarkable career, from banging on pots and pans in his mother's kitchen as a kid to performing on some of the biggest stages in the world. We hear what it was like playing at Madison Square Garden on New Year's Eve 1999 during the Y2K frenzy, getting a life-changing call from legendary producer Phil Ramone to play alongside Paul McCartney, performing at Yankee Stadium, and the inspiration behind his heartwarming children's book, Love, Santa Claus. Then our good friend Matthew Laurance joins the show. Matthew and Liberty have developed a close friendship despite never having met face-to-face, and you'll hear the entertaining story behind that unique relationship. Matthew also shares more behind-the-scenes stories from Eddie and the Cruisers, his thoughts on the recent Rory McIlroy heckling controversy, memories of Shinnecock Hills ahead of the U.S. Open, and a touching story involving Brian Austin Green and a devoted Beverly Hills 90210 fan. It's a fun, heartfelt, and entertaining episode filled with music history, Hollywood stories, golf conversations, friendship, and a huge dose of Vitamin G. Join us for another memorable edition of Next on the Tee, where golf legends live and your game gets better. #NextOnTheTee #GolfPodcast #Podcast #GolfLife #GolfTips #GolfTalk #GolfCommunity #GolfFans #Golfers #Golfing #PGA #PGATour #USOpen #ShinnecockHills #RoryMcIlroy #LibertyDeVitto #BillyJoel #PaulMcCartney #RockAndRoll #MusicHistory #MadisonSquareGarden #Y2K #Entertainment #Hollywood #MatthewLaurance #EddieAndTheCruisers #CelebrityInterview #Storytelling #PodcastLife #SportsPodcast #AwardWinningPodcast #GolfLegends #VitaminG #Gratitude #Triblive #Goodpods #ApplePodcasts #SpotifyPodcasts #GolfNewsNet #MustListenPodcast

Gavin landed back in Australia just the day before recording, and he and Ken settle in for a full debrief on WDC 2026 in Athens. From the venues and the social activities to all four of Gavin's games and the top board, this one covers it all. Intro Ken sets up the episode – this one is going to be almost entirely about WDC 2026 Athens, because Gavin was there and has only just landed back in Australia (as at the time of recording) (15 secs) He notes the DBN coverage gave a strong account of the boards and Ed's player interviews, but plenty of the magic from Spyros Dovas and his organising team didn't make it to the stream (45 secs) Drinks are introduced: Ken is on one of his home-brew lagers with a kick, and Gavin is working through a leftover Sicilian Nero d'Avola that has turned a little sour – a fitting metaphor, he suggests, for how his first round went (1 min 45 secs) The tournament in aggregate Ken asks Gavin to give a broad overview – location, numbers, facilities, atmosphere (2 mins 45 secs) Around 106 players registered, though some didn't show due to last-minute issues. Approximately 5 Australian players couldn't attend because their original flights were routed through the Middle East (3 mins 30 secs) The geopolitical context: as of recording, the Middle East airspace situation was in week nine of its shutdown, forcing Australian travellers to reroute via Singapore, Hong Kong, or Malaysia. Some also baulked at the US transit option due to the documentation requirements (4 mins 30 secs) Despite the drop-outs, the turnout was excellent and genuinely representative – a heavy European component split between the UK and the rest of Europe, a strong French contingent, players from the Netherlands, Belgium, Germany, Poland, and Norway, a good number of Americans and a couple of Canadians (including Chris Brand), around 10 Australians, and a couple of Kiwis (Dominick Stephens and Craig Purcell). The local Greek contingent, given the Athens club had only been running for about 18 months, was especially impressive (3 mins 30 secs) Tournament format: three regular rounds followed by a fourth round of tiered top boards. Rather than a single top board, the format featured seven simultaneous top boards – the top 7 players went to the premier board, players 8–14 played the second tier, 15–21 the third, and so on down through the field. Crucially, players who volunteered to sit out for round four to help with numbers kept their ranking position (7 mins) Ken and Gavin discuss how the tiered format means the fourth round is never a dead rubber – every board is still competing for something meaningful (8 mins 15 secs) Discussion of the central clock arrangement: effectively federation-based rather than a literal single clock, with the two main venues coordinating their start times by communication (9 mins 30 secs) The venues The main venue was the upstairs function space of a beachside restaurant operation – excellent location right on the waterfront, but somewhat cramped for negotiations once all the boards were in (9 mins 45 secs) As a result, boards were redistributed to the secondary venue: the Anchor bar, about 150–200 metres down the road. Gavin played two games in each location and considered the Anchor the better play space – more open, well ventilated, and with a large covered outdoor area next to a (drained) pool (11 mins) The colour-coded sash system made it easy to identify players by country but created the amusing challenge of locating your specific Italy in a room full of Italys from different boards (13 mins) The third venue – an outdoor shaded area – was reserved for the premier top board. Unlike Milan's car park, this one had good shade and plenty of room for spectators around the giant shadow board (13 mins 30 secs) Pre-tournament social activities Gavin outlines the structure: you could do as much or as little as you liked. He landed well due to a useful 5.5-hour Singapore layover that helped reset his body clock, and flew over on the same flight as tournament director Jamal Blakkarly (16 mins) They were met at Athens airport by Spyros, his wife, and daughter, who drove them to breakfast at a beautiful harbour-side restaurant in one of the small inlet bays east of Piraeus (18 mins 15 secs) Pre-tournament island stay: Gavin spent two days on Serifos, the island Spyros recommended and which has personal significance to his family (his grandfather was christened there). Spyros provided a detailed Google Map of the best spots. With the tourist season barely starting, Gavin got excellent last-minute accommodation at a family-run hotel and had the beaches almost entirely to himself (18 mins 45 secs) The island was so off-season that locals were literally still painting their furniture and kerbs in preparation. Gavin did the recommended hikes and swims, and the hotel gifted him a dry-bag left behind by a previous guest (20 mins 30 secs) Back in Athens overnight, Gavin caught up with a multinational squad of players including Shane, Brandon, Max, Zoe, Justin Law, Bradley Grace, and Karthik. They had dinner at an Italian restaurant with the Acropolis lit up above them (22 mins 30 secs) Hydra day trip (Wednesday): players caught the fast ferry from Piraeus out to Hydra (about 1.5 hrs). The island has a refined Venetian-Greek port feel, with rustic paths and rock beaches beyond. The group visited the Museum of the 1821 Greek Revolution, full of local history and artefacts. Gavin wore one of his Diplomacy shirts and ended up being an ambassador for the hobby to an American grandmother and her debate-champion granddaughter from North Carolina – and pointed them towards David Hood and the local hobby there (24 mins 15 secs) The water temperature at the beach was about 4–5 degrees colder than Australia, which meant the Europeans loved it and Gavin did not go in (26 mins 30 secs) Acropolis and Athens tour (Thursday): guided tour of the Acropolis by what Spyros described as the best guides operating there, followed by a walk through the Plaka and past the Panathenaic Stadium (venue of the first modern Olympics in 1896), then a seafood lunch at a beautiful harbourside restaurant (30 mins) Temple of Poseidon (Thursday evening): the most popular activity – the bus was packed. About halfway there, Spyros took everyone on an unannounced detour to a beach bar where they had the place to themselves, a wonderful surprise. The Temple itself sits on a peninsula with 270-degree sea views. Spyros told the story of how the Aegean got its name from that location, and a huge group photo was taken (31 mins 15 secs) Tournament production values Gavin describes the production as setting new high-water marks for tournament organisation – high enough that the Chicago 2027 organising team would be wondering how to match it. Every player had a colour-coded sash matching their country, a branded WDC Athens notepad in their country colour, and a matching pen for every round (33 mins) The awards were 3D-printed Greek god statues for the podium finishers, complemented by a full suite of themed awards for the top players in each country and for notable gameplay (34 min) Special awards included: the Ajax Award for 8th place overall (the brilliant fighter who just missed out); the Archimedes Award for the most innovative play; the Leonidas Award for the player who fought on against insurmountable odds; and professionally screen-printed awards for best performance as each of the seven Great Powers (35 mins 45 secs) Gavin's games Round 1 – France – Board: Agkystri (View game) Gavin introduces his first game and the board composition: he played France, with Danae Stamataki (Austria-Hungary, local Greek player who topped the board on 10 supply centres and won best Austria), Sabrina Ahuja "Sabi" as England, Brian Ecton as Germany, Jean-Louis Delattre as Italy, Teo Ananiadis as Russia, and Frank Oosterom from the Netherlands as Turkey (37 mins 15 secs) The plan was a Western Triple working with England and Germany, with the goal of neutralising a strong-looking Italy early. It didn't come together as intended (37 mins 45 secs) The infamous mis-order: Gavin had two builds and intended fleet Brest plus a second build. Instead he built fleet Brest and placed the build directly in MAO, effectively waiving his second build. The DBN commentators interpreted this as a genius strategic waive; Ken's interpretation was somewhat more grounded. Gavin confirms Ken was correct (39 mins) The other players on the board didn't share DBN's generous reading of the situation. Germany immediately moved into Burgundy and kept flipping between fronts as his position allowed. Italy kept pressing France throughout. Gavin found himself squeezed down to a single unit in the English Channel (40 mins 30 secs) Final turn plan: England agreed to convoy an army across to Picardy to support Gavin back into Brest. Instead, Sabi walked into an open Paris. Gavin ended the game with zero supply centres and was eliminated (42 mins 15 secs) Gavin notes he made his disappointment known professionally, and that he subsequently had a drink with Sabi – but not that night (44 mins 15 secs) Round 2 – England – Board: Lemnos Not covered by DBN. Gavin played England; the board included Dominick Stephens (New Zealand) as Germany, Chris Brand (Canada) as Russia, Ruben Sanchez as Italy, Roberto Perego (Italy) as France, Robert Schuppe as Turkey, and Anastasia "Nastja" Styles as Austria-Hungary (46 mins) The plan was a Northern Alliance of England, Germany, and Russia. It unravelled immediately when Chris opened Moscow to Livonia and Dominick interpreted it as aggressive – resulting in a Germany-Russia war from the outset (46 mins 15 secs) Gavin adapted: knowing Germany was occupied in the east, he gave Russia some space and opened into Belgium, with Dominick and Chris both honouring his request to take Norway unopposed via fleet (46 mins 45 secs) Dominick and Gavin worked to grind down Roberto Perego's France, who ground out a hard-fought game staying alive on 2 centres. Ruben Sanchez's Italy played a deft game, flipping between alliances with Turkey and Austria (49 mins 15 secs) Dominick topped the board on 10; Ruben came in at 9; Gavin finished at 7. The game was meant to run to 1909 but drew earlier when the position stabilised. Gavin reflects he may have drawn too early, with both Dominick and Ruben suggesting he had room to push for another two centres (50 mins) Round 3 – Germany – Board: Symi (View game) Gavin played Germany. The board included Shane Armstrong (Australia) as France, Mikalis Kamaritis as Italy, Alex Maslow (USA) as Russia, Steven Hogue (USA) as Austria, Alex Lebedev (Russia) as England, and Jack Johns as Turkey (51 mins 15 secs) The strategic context: only Mikalis Kamaritis and Alex Lebedev were realistically in contention for the top board from this game. Shane and Gavin identified this early and committed to supporting the player they believed deserved to be there (52 mins 45 secs) Shane and Gavin opened with a Sealion against England, while Gavin also walked a careful line with Alex Lebedev, who initially felt more threatened by France than Germany. Austria was eliminated in 1903, and England in 1904 (53 mins 45 secs) A notable moment: Gavin slipped an army from the North Sea into an unoccupied London – a move he acknowledged was unnecessary, created friction with Alex Lebedev, and which he would not make again. He apologised on the day (56 mins 15 secs) Mikalis told Gavin and Shane to wait until 1905 – and delivered. He launched from his eastern position, took two dots off Russia and one off Turkey in a single year, then steamrolled from there. Alex Maslow was a strong and enjoyable player who nearly flipped the alliance but ultimately couldn't (56 mins 15 secs) The game agreed to a draw of 10-10-14 (Shane-Gavin-Mikalis), which the three felt would get Mikalis comfortably onto the top board. In the final adjudication Mikalis took one extra dot away from Shane, making the final scores 15-10-9 (58 mins 15 secs) Round 4 – Austria – Board: Myconos (View game) Gavin made it onto the fourth round, placed into the 6th top board. The board featured Shane Armstrong again as Turkey, Emmett Wainwright as England, Patrick Jacobson as France, Nathan Lester as Germany, Cameron Taylor as Italy, and Richard Bolton as Russia (59 mins 30 secs) The standout introduction: Nathan Lester, son of Dan Lester (who Gavin played against at Bangkok WDC). Same voice, same playing style, same persuasive meta-game arguments – but with a mullet and dressed like he's in an 80s rock video, and without the beard-stroking (1 hr 0 mins 45 secs) Gavin and Shane, having just played together in Round 3, ended up as Austria and Turkey respectively – not a natural alliance. Gavin didn't trust it but it held. Italy and France both kept fighting hard throughout (59 mins 45 secs) The game drew in 1906, with Shane and Emmett both finishing on 8, Gavin on 6 as Austria. Everyone then rushed across the road to watch the top board (1 hr 3 mins 45 secs) The top board Ken asks about Mikalis's diplomatic style. Gavin: exceptional situational awareness, communicates clearly and directly, asked and answered the "what do you want from this game?" question in a way that built immediate trust, and was good to his word on timing (1 hr 4 mins) Gavin arrived at the top board mid-1906 (his own game had just drawn). The top board was played outdoors under a well-shaded tree with plenty of room for negotiations, guarded by two or three people ensuring other players and passing members of the public couldn't crowd the board (1 hr 5 mins) The giant shadow board: a massive life-size replica board was set up nearby so all spectators could follow the game without approaching the real board. Andrew Goff read out the orders and the shadow board was updated after each adjudication – the same setup used at Milan WDC (1 hr 7 mins 45 secs) When Gavin arrived, he felt Bradley Grace had the game. The shift came late – Mikalis made a decisive move in the endgame that separated him from a closely matched France/Germany contest (1 hr 9 mins) Congratulations to Mikalis Kamaritis – well deserved, Gavin says. And to Bradley Grace: so close, but it will happen (1 hr 9 mins) The awards ceremony included Mikalis receiving both the championship belt and a traditional olive laurel wreath – a detail that was not captured in the DBN stream. Ken flags this as something future broadcasts should consider covering (1 hr 11 mins 15 secs) A Best Shane Cubis Award was also created – won by a Greek player who loudly lobbied Spyros for an award on the basis of how much he'd helped out. An AI-generated image of Shane Cubis in 1901 attire featured on the award, to the complete bafflement of the European and American contingents (1 hr 12 mins 50 secs) Game hobby and future WDCs The Chicago Windy City Weasels delivered a presentation promoting WDC 2027, enthusiastically received by the assembled players (1 hr 13 mins 15 secs) The 2028 bid: Melbourne was the only bid, and it was unanimously approved. Andrew Goff (Goffy) presented it. WDC 2028 Melbourne will be held at the MCG – the Melbourne Cricket Ground – with the conference rooms used for regular play, and the premier top board played on the MCG wicket itself. The countdown timer will run on the MCG scoreboard. Notionally scheduled for the last weekend of February 2028 – the weekend after the Formula One Grand Prix and the weekend before the first AFL round (1 hr 14 mins 30 secs) For international context: roughly equivalent to playing at Yankee Stadium, Madison Square Garden, the Camp Nou, or Bayern Munich's Allianz Arena. English players will recognise the MCG as where English cricket hopes traditionally come to die (1 hr 15 mins 15 secs) Also at the game hobby: a unanimous vote to amend and modernise the WDC charter, which dates from around 2000–2001 and doesn't reflect current online play, email communication, or the organisational structures of the Asia-Pacific and European hobbies. Four representatives (from NADF, the Asia-Pacific Diplomacy Association, and the European and UK hobbies) will draft amendments to be presented at WDC 2027 Chicago, with ratification at WDC 2028 Melbourne (1 hr 18 mins) Wrap up Gavin acknowledges the full organising effort: approximately 10 people working behind the scenes alongside Spyros and Jamal to make everything run. The Greek hobby and Athens Diplomacy Club can be enormously proud (1 hr 20 mins 30 secs) The Armistice Party: held between rounds three and four in the venue near the pool area. A DJ with a custom app allowed all attending players to nominate up to 10 songs each, with the crowd then voting in real time from four options for what came next. Gavin describes it as stunningly well thought through (1 hr 22 mins) Ken summarises: meticulously planned, wonderful venue, brilliant location, great games, fantastic people. Gavin: you got it in one. Thank you to Spyros, Jamal, and everyone they played with (1 hr 23 mins) Addendum – recorded one week later Ken and Gavin explain the addendum: a few things were either forgotten or lost in the original recording, so they've caught up a week later to cover them (1 hr 25 mins 45 secs) The Cane Toad The Cane Toad tournament will not run in 2026 – Gavin has made the decision to rest it for the year and bring it back bigger and better in 2027 (1 hr 26 mins 30 secs) Reasons: Gavin no longer lives in Brisbane where the tournament has historically been based, and several attempts to get a local game going have been completely unsuccessful. He feels it would be unfair to interstate players to travel to Queensland only to play mostly other interstate players rather than a meaningful proportion of locals (1 hr 27 mins 30 secs) He also flags cost-of-living pressures and fuel costs as factors, noting that the fuel excise which had been removed is about to be reinstated (1 hr 28 mins 45 secs) Ken and Gavin have a brief riff on whether cane toads actually hibernate, and whether the tournament might one day move to a different Queensland location (1 hr 28 mins 45 secs) Gavin shares a long-held dream of running the Cane Toad on the beach under a sun-safe setup. Council regulations require public liability insurance – but the Asia Pacific Diplomacy Association is in the process of organising exactly that for tournament directors, which may open the door in future (1 hr 29 mins 15 secs) Tournament news The Sydney Cup is on the weekend of 4–5 July. Gavin would love to go but has used up his diplomacy credits between Greece and starting a new job – it'll have to stay in the bank for now (1 hr 30 mins 45 secs) A New Zealand tournament is being discussed for the week before WDC 2028 Melbourne (late February 2028). Three New Zealand players who attended WDC 2026 in Athens have flagged interest in hosting something, on the logic that if you're travelling all the way from Europe or the US, a short hop across the Tasman to New Zealand is well worth building into the itinerary (1 hr 32 mins) Ken enthusiastically endorses the idea and encourages anyone planning for WDC 2028 Melbourne to factor in a week in New Zealand beforehand (1 hr 33 mins 30 secs) Challenge for next episode Over his birthday lunch, Gavin's son surprised him with an accurate recall of his WDC result. This leads Gavin to issue a challenge for the next episode: both Ken and Gavin will do some homework and come back with three or four online diplomacy resources that people may not know about, to raise awareness of what the community has put together over the years (1 hr 34 mins 45 secs) Around the grounds VDiplomacy gets an introduction for any listeners who aren't familiar: a sibling platform to WebDiplomacy, it hosts classic games but is particularly known for its range of variants (1 hr 36 mins 30 secs) The Dionysus Reimagined game recap – the ancient Greece variant Ken and Gavin set up in the lead-up to WDC Athens. Ken soloed, eliminating Gavin in the final year. Gavin notes that technically his last dot was taken so late that his result registers as a survive rather than an elimination (1 hr 38 mins 45 secs) Gavin played Athens and found himself defending on all fronts from early on: Sparta (who built only armies and had nowhere to go but north), the Macedonians pressing from the north, Byzantium late in the game, and Rhodes. Ken played Byzantium and credits his early token luck as a key advantage, picking up all his bid supply centres including one he expected to bounce – giving him fleet dominance in the Aegean from the start (1 hr 40 mins) The bid mechanics are recapped for any listeners unfamiliar with the variant: each player has 4 tokens to bid on non-core supply centres; outbid or bounce and you don't get the build. Ken's fortunate opening bids gave him a decisive early position (1 hr 40 mins 30 secs) A practical tip for vDiplomacy players: always open the large map after adjudication. The small map can omit orders that didn't go through, making moves look different from what was actually played. Ken noted several instances in the Dionysus game where support orders that failed simply weren't visible on the small map (1 hr 45 mins 45 secs) Ken congratulates himself on the win and notes the ratings gap between the two has now closed to around 100 points (1 hr 47 mins 30 secs) New game announced: Gavin has set up a Pirates game titled Ahoy Mateys on vDiplomacy. Gunboat, 2-day 2-hour phase length. Ken explains the extra 2 hours: it gradually shifts the adjudication time back toward Australian time zones in games where everyone readies up early (1 hr 48 mins) Pirates variant overview: a 13-player variant set in the golden age of piracy in the Caribbean, created by Gavin in collaboration with Ollie (the vDiplomacy site administrator). The 13 players are broken into three factions (1 hr 51 mins 45 secs): Europeans – Spain, England, France, and Holland, who nominally control supply centres across the map but must capture them to make them count Pirates – five pirates, four historical (Montbas, Brasiliano, de la Cueva, and Johnson) and one fictitious: El Guapo, borrowed from the movie The Three Amigos Privateers – one per European power, operating as private navies with letters patent. They can attack anyone except their sponsoring power (and vice versa). The Dunkirkers serve Spain, Henry Morgan serves England, François Le Jones serves France, and the Rocherson serves Holland Unit rules: all units are fleets, but there are two types – Clippers (move up to two spaces, standard attack strength) and Frigates (move one space, attack at 1.5x strength). A single clipper cannot defend against an attacking frigate, but a clipper supported by another clipper can. Five marked spots on the board allow transformation between unit types (1 hr 57 mins 45 secs) Special rules: a voodoo witch's hut in Cuba allows a fleet on the north coast to teleport to the south coast and vice versa. And a 14th non-playing character – a Hurricane – spins up each storm season in a random sea territory, moves randomly in the fall turn, and destroys anything in its path with an effectively unstoppable attack strength, also resetting any supply centre it passes through to neutral (1 hr 59 mins) Ken commits to reading the full rules before play begins, notes Pirates has a genuine following on vDiplomacy with games regularly in progress, and suspects he may get slaughtered (2 hr 1 min 15 secs) Gavin and Ken wrap up the show (2 hr 2 mins 15 secs) Venue: At home Drinks for the interview: Ken: One of his home brews – a lager with a bit of a kick Gavin: A Baliamo Nero d'Avola from Sicily – opened two weeks prior, which he noted had become a little sour and bitter compared to its fresh opening, much like his first round at the tournament Just a reminder you can support the show by giving it 5 stars on iTunes or Stitcher. 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Don't forget to check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel for additional content and the regular Football History Minute Shorts.Miss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't, because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. Do you want more football history? Test your Gridiron Knowledge, we feed you Daily with our new FREE activity, The Pigskin Trivia Drive.Grab a copy of our latest book, "Marooned," on the 1925 Pottsville Maroons NFL franchise saga.*OR* Grab a copy of our book on Western Pennsylvania football history, "World's Greatest Gridiron Team" on the 1903 Franklin All-StarsDrop us a line at PigskinDispatch@gmail .com and check out and subscribe to the Pigskin Dispatch YouTube channel.Contact us directly at PigskinDispatch@Gmail.comMiss our football by the day of the year podcasts, well, don't because they can still be found at the Pigskin Dispatch website. The championship game of 1958, held amidst the grandeur of Yankee Stadium, marked an epochal moment in the history of the National Football League (NFL). With an astonishing 64,185 spectators in attendance and a national television audience of 45 million viewers, this contest between the Baltimore Colts and the New York Giants transcended the realm of sports, evolving into a cultural phenomenon. For the first time, the NFL championship would not conclude in a tie but would instead be decided in sudden death overtime, a rule that would forever alter the fabric of professional football. The game was characterized by a fierce competition that showcased the extraordinary talents of players such as Johnny Unitas and Jim Brown, who would emerge as icons of the sport. The backdrop to this momentous occasion was a league struggling for recognition, overshadowed by the enduring popularity of Major League Baseball. The NFL, established for nearly four decades, found itself in a precarious position, with players often necessitating secondary employment to sustain their livelihoods. However, the 1958 season heralded a transformation as the league began to attract a new generation of stars, igniting interest and passion among the American populace. The championship game itself unfolded with dramatic tension, featuring six turnovers in the first half and a series of strategic maneuvers that kept spectators riveted. As the Giants and Colts battled fiercely, the game encapsulated the raw, unrefined essence of football, devoid of the polish that would characterize future contests. Ultimately, the culmination of the game occurred in the most dramatic fashion, with the Giants staging a remarkable comeback in the fourth quarter, only for the Colts to respond with a relentless drive that led to the game-tying field goal. This moment not only solidified the contest's status as a classic but also set the stage for the first overtime in NFL playoff history. The Colts' eventual victory in overtime, marked by Unitas' extraordinary poise and leadership, would serve as the catalyst for the NFL's ascendance to the pinnacle of American sports culture. In retrospect, historians identify this game as a critical turning point, as it showcased football not merely as a sport but as a compelling narrative that resonated deeply with the American public, paving the way for the NFL's future prominence in the sporting landscape.

Episode 625: A series left unfinished in the Bronx has the Pod asking even more questions about the 2026 Red Sox. Trade Rumor Season has officially arrived following the news that All-Star closer Aroldis Chapman is on the trade block. The Buy vs. Sell debate surrounding the trade deadline continues, along with discussion of the fallout from Brayan Bello's demotion to Triple-A. Steve answers for his weather-prediction debacle and shares stories from Yankee Stadium during Game 1 of the series. WC-40's performance with runners in scoring position continues to earn praise from everyone on the podcast, as does Chapman's gritty performance on one leg in New York. The conversation takes a turn during the Game 3 discussion, as concerns continue to grow over Marcelo Mayer's lack of power and Justin Slaten's recent blowups heading into trade deadline season. Tune in as the guys preview the upcoming series against the Tampa Bay Rays, and let's all find out whether the Tampa Bay weather will allow the local nine to get all three games played inside the new-and-improved Tropicana Field. 00:00:00 - It's Officially Trade Rumors SZN  00:07:11 - Finding Love in Worcester, Massachusetts   00:11:31 - Roman Anthony's Cast Keeps Growing  00:15:54 - Friendly's Nostalgia  00:21:58 - Red Sox-Yankees, no juice in 2026 00:25:18 - A Weather Weekend Debacle  00:37:49 - Game 1 vs Yankees  00:41:00 - Sonny Gray Recap  00:46:22 - Andruw Monasterio's Mega Bomb 00:48:57 - WC-40's Renaissance 01:01:06 - Keeping Track of The Ketchup   01:04:49 - Chapman vs Volpe  01:15:05 - Aroldis Chapman's Next Team?    01:26:19 - Stevie P in The Bronx + Tyler In The Bronx??? 01:41:27 - Game 3 vs Yankees   01:42:15 - Ranger Suarez Recap    01:46:25 - That 8th Inning… 01:48:59 - Sox Improving on ABS?   02:00:19 - Marcelo Mayer's Power Outage 02:07:11 - T's Technical Freakout  02:08:59 - Stop And Shop  02:17:34 -  Weather Lookahead  02:21:41 -  Predictions 02:26:10 - Final Thoughts SECTION 10 MERCH IS HERE: https://section10merch.com Trade $20 Get $20 on Kalshi - http://kalshi.com/r/SECTION10  Get Blue Moon Non-Alcoholic Belgian White Belgian-Style Wheat Brew delivered by visiting http://get.bluemoonbeer.com/JARED for delivery options Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand. Visit Nutrafol.com and enter promo code SECTION10 for $10 off your first month's subscription and free shipping. Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @ Ridge during their Father's Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/SECTION10 #Ridgepod #Ad  New customers get 40% Off with code SECTION10 at GLD.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On May 17, 1998, David Wells showed up to Yankee Stadium having slept maybe two and a half hours, running on coffee, a single pancake, and whatever was left of Saturday night. He then threw the 15th perfect game in Major League Baseball history in front of 49,820 people who were mostly there for a Beanie Baby. That's the story this week. We go deep on the whole thing — the legendary SNL after-party that didn't happen, the cast members who swear they were there and provably weren't, the Mandela Effect that turned one hungover pitcher into baseball mythology, and what Wells actually did in the nine years after the game nobody thought he had left in him. Also in this episode: Rickey Henderson and Jim Rice stop by Letterman to deliver a top 10 list, Steve Garvey turns up as an extra in The Godfather Part II, Wade Boggs earns his nickname on the set of Cheers, and we finally finish that pack of 2003 Topps with Alfonso Soriano, Shawn Green, Al Leiter, and Sean Casey. Topics include: David Wells perfect game, 1998 New York Yankees, SNL Mandela Effect, Jimmy Fallon David Wells party, Beanie Baby day Yankee Stadium, Chuck Knoblauch throwing yips, Tim McClelland umpire, Don Larsen perfect game, Dock Ellis no-hitter, Dallas Braden perfect game, David Cone knuckleball, Rickey Henderson Hall of Fame, Wade Boggs Cheers, Steve Garvey Godfather, 2003 Topps baseball cards, baseball history podcast, Two Strike Noise 00:00 Open 01:06 Rickey & Rice on Letterman 05:26 Garvey in Godfather 07:18 Boggs on Cheers 10:10 Towel Toss Ejection 12:40 Wells Perfect Game Intro 15:48 Gout and Yankees Context 19:10 The Mystery Party Night 23:28 Hangover to Perfection 30:37 Perfect Game Tension 33:00 Knoblauch Saves It 34:23 Twins Stall Tactics 35:26 Ninth Inning Drama 37:31 Perfect Game Celebration 38:51 Aftermath And Trivia 45:06 SNL Mandela Effect 47:33 Wax Pack Heroes Returns 01:00:50 Final Cards Winner 01:04:11 Wrap Up And Plugs   Connect With Us YouTube: www.youtube.com/@twostrikenoise Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/twostrikenoise BlueSky: @twostrikenoise.bsky.social Email: twostrikenoise@gmail.com   Support a Great Cause: Don't let your common cards collect dust! Donate them to help spark a child's interest in the game at http://commons4kids.org/.   #baseballhistory #mlb #baseball #BaseballCards #TwoStrikeNoise #popculture

Rivarly newbies Willson Contreras and Spencer Jones spoke with their bats at Yankee Stadium on Friday Night. Also, how did Sonny Gray pitch in his return to the Bronx? Christian Arcand has all the details on Boston's 5-3 win over the Yankees, plus your reactions.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the latest Aaron Judge injury concerns and debate what Yankees fans should expect while their superstar is out. The conversation turns into a bigger look at whether this year's roster is better built to survive without Judge than past Yankees teams that collapsed when he was sidelined. The guys also hit on the Mets' series against the Padres, Carlos Mendoza's job security, Sonny Gray's return to Yankee Stadium, and the way Knicks mania has completely taken over New York sports. Plus, Evan gets called out for not taking Joe Benigno to an NBA Finals game, leading to a hilarious debate about friendship, loyalty, and Knicks tickets.

It's sure looking like Oris has one of the summer's hottest watches, with the launch of the new Pointer Date Lou Gehrig Edition earlier this week, so we tapped our longtime pal and official three-time Friend of the Pod® Oris CEO of The Americas, VJ Geronimo for a little insight into this special edition, which sheds some light on the life and legacy of the Iron Horse himself. As always, you can reach the boys for questions and comments at podcast@topperjewelers.com. Thanks for your support, and thanks for listening!Follow everyone on Instagram: • Russ: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@russcaplan⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Rob: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@robcaplan_topper⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• Zach: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@zachxryj⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠• VJ: @vj.geronimoWrist check and watches mentioned in this week's episode:- Russ: ⁠Oris Diver 65 Topper Edition⁠- Rob: Oris Diver 65 'Maxi' (2020)- VJ: Oris Divers Date Red Bar Edition II- Zach: Oris Aquis Regulateur- Oris Pointer Date Lou Gehrig Limited Edition- Oris Pointer Date Hank Aaron- Lou Gehrig's famous "Luckiest Man" speech at Yankee Stadium...Oh, and by the way: • Rob: Watch Pride of the Yankees with Gary Cooper• Russ: Watch Brian's Song• Zach: Jomboy Media breaks down another Aaron Boone ejection (lots of very funny bad language, you've been warned)• VJ: Read 'The Luckiest Man', the Life and Death of Lou Gehrig

We discuss this weekend's Yankees and Red Sox series at Yankee Stadium, Brayan Bello getting sent down after another miserable start, and with Aaron Judge going down for who knows how long, how can the Yankees win without their Captain?!

Chris Rose joined Baskin and Phelps to share the LA perspective of the Myles Garrett trade. He talked about how he thinks Garrett will fit in both the Rams roster and the city of Los Angeles, as well as what he thinks Jared Verse brings to the Browns. He also shared some Guardians thoughts, how well the team has been hitting, and how big of a deal it is to win games in Yankee Stadium.

Craig and Big Mac analyze the electric atmosphere in New York City as the Knicks prepare for a historic Game 1 of the NBA Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. They detail the massive ticket demand for Madison Square Garden watch parties and debate the impact of key roster moves made by Leon Rose. The discussion also includes strict rules for series predictions and a look at Victor Wembanyama's previous struggles at Yankee Stadium. 01:20 - NBA Finals Game 1 05:08 - NBA Finals Ratings Potential 10:14 - MSG Watch Party Madness 13:44 - Series Prediction Rules 17:25 - Firing Tom Thibodeau 20:31 - Wembanyama's New York Struggles 27:47 - Leon Rose Roster Moves 32:42 - Celebrity Row Auction 38:42 - High School Nicknames 42:50 - Trump's Finals Outlook

Dennis celebrates an amazing rookie second baseman, a superstar coming alive at the plate, and a superb bullpen. More importantly, D-Man celebrates a 9-4 win in Yankee Stadium.

In the third edition of this new experimental episode format, we explore: - Mickey Mantle's most legendary story in Yankee Stadium. - If Tim Ferriss dreams in Japanese. - How the UK would rank as America's 51st state. - and much more… Guests: - Tim Ferriss is an entrepreneur, author, and podcaster. - Nirav Sanjani is an entrepreneur and tech founder. - George Mack is a writer, marketer and entrepreneur. Sponsors: See discounts for all the products I use and recommend: ⁠⁠https://chriswillx.com/deals⁠⁠ Get up to 20% off Timeline powered by Mitopure (now at a lower price) at https://timeline.com/modernwisdom Get a Free Sample Pack of LMNT's most popular flavours with your first purchase at https://drinklmnt.com/modernwisdom Get a free bottle of D3K2, an AG1 Welcome Kit, and more when you first subscribe at https://ag1.info/modernwisdom Get 15% off your first order of my favourite Non-Alcoholic Brew at https://athleticbrewing.com/modernwisdom Get ChatGPT to explore ideas, solve problems, and learn faster at ⁠https://chatgpt.com Timestamps: (0:00) Why Don't American's Use WhatsApp? (2:03) Growing Up on Long Island (3:08) Micky Mantle's Best Yankee Stadium Experience (5:42) Has “Literally” Lost Its Meaning? (8:02) Tim's Japanese Crash Course (13:28) Which Nationality is Always Late? (15:15) How Vivid is Your Memory? (20:23) Why Forgetting is Actually Useful (31:28) How Easily Do We Invent Memories? (35:49) What Do Bachelors Actually Do at Night? (36:30) How Close Are We to Living in VR? (45:01) Can You Train a Photographic Memory? (50:17) How Mirrors Have Changed Human Behaviour (53:33) How Do We Find Meaning? (01:05:26) Are More People Turning to Religion? (01:14:03) Will AI Ever Become Conscious? (01:17:38) How Do We Define Meaning? (01:21:03) Are Dating Apps Dying? (01:24:01) Is DoorDash Removing Friction? (01:25:05) The Many Near-Deaths of Churchill (01:26:22) Does the US Struggle to Laugh at Itself? (01:34:46) Could Neuromodulation Cure Depression? (01:47:37) The Unexpected Side Effect of TMS Therapy (01:57:46) Could Vagus Nerve Stimulation Eradicate Migraines? (02:03:44) Are Mind-Reading Devices Coming Soon? (02:10:53) What Are Apple Going to Do Next? (02:14:33) Is AI Fuelling Looksmaxxing? (02:24:37) What's Next For the Guys? Extra Stuff: Get my free reading list of 100 books to read before you die: ⁠⁠https://chriswillx.com/books⁠⁠ Try my productivity energy drink Neutonic: ⁠⁠https://neutonic.com/modernwisdom⁠⁠ Episodes You Might Enjoy: #577 - David Goggins - This Is How To Master Your Life: ⁠⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Goggins⁠⁠ #712 - Dr Jordan Peterson - How To Destroy Your Negative Beliefs: ⁠⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Peterson⁠⁠ #700 - Dr Andrew Huberman - The Secret Tools To Hack Your Brain: ⁠⁠lnkfi.re/SN-Huberman⁠⁠ - Get In Touch: Instagram: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/chriswillx⁠⁠ Twitter: ⁠⁠https://www.twitter.com/chriswillx⁠⁠ YouTube: ⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/modernwisdompodcast⁠⁠ Email: ⁠⁠https://chriswillx.com/contact⁠⁠ - Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ken discusses the Hantavirus and takes a call from Gene in Toms River about the discontinuation of 'God Bless America' at Yankee Stadium.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Well, that Mosque shooting disappeared faster than cocaine at a Hunter Biden party.Seattle's Democratic Socialist Mayor is losing businesses like no where else. The Colombia Tower Club just closed after 40 years. Amazon Fresh and Amazon Go has closed all their stores. Jeff Bezos left, Howard Schultz founder of Starbucks left. Their capital gains tax collection is down 50%. Per Cushman Wakefield vacancies rates are 36.5 for commercial property. Pioneer square is at 50% vacancy. The Needle, Seattle's iconic structure is now a homeless encampment. Business are running from socialist ideas and sanctuary cities. At this pace tax rates will increase on those remaining. It's just a matter of time for the city to collapse. Fewer people to tax, fewer jobs, more homeless.[X] SB – Ad against TalaricoGod is non-binary6 sexesAmerican flag complicated signalStephen Colbert signs off from late night television, and the media acts like we just watched the first moon landing, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the Beatles reuniting all at once. “Historic ratings!” they cry. “A cultural moment!”Yeah? Let's talk about those numbers.Colbert's final show pulled 6.74 million viewers. And to be fair, that is a big number by today's standards. It was the highest-rated weeknight episode he ever had. Bigger than his premiere. Way above his recent average of around 2.7 million.But here's the problem. Context is undefeated.Johnny Carson's final show in 1992 pulled over 55 million viewers. Fifty-five million. That was when America still had fewer people and fewer TVs. Carson had a 62% audience share. Think about that. Six out of every ten televisions in America were tuned into one guy sitting behind a desk telling jokes.That's not a TV host. That's a national event.Jay Leno signed off with nearly 15 million viewers. David Letterman got almost 14 million. Colbert, meanwhile, needed every other late-night host to basically go dark and funnel their audience to him just to hit half of what Leno and Letterman did.And this was his BEST night, outside of his piggybacking on a Super Bowl one night.That's like a baseball player retiring with a .195 batting average and ESPN running graphics like Babe Ruth just left Yankee Stadium.What happened to late night?Simple. It stopped being funny and started becoming political group therapy.Johnny Carson made everybody laugh. Republicans, Democrats, people who didn't know who the Vice President was. Carson wasn't trying to “educate” America. He wasn't trying to save democracy between commercials for sleep medication and adult diapers. He just wanted to be funny.Colbert and these modern late-night guys? Entirely different business model.Every night became the same routine: Trump joke. Republican joke. Democracy is ending. Commercial break. Repeat until pharmaceutical side effects include “thoughts of self-harm.”At some point, late night stopped feeling like comedy and started feeling like being trapped at a dinner party with your angry NPR cousin who uses the phrase “lived experience” while borrowing money from his parents.And then you see the staff photo.Have you seen this thing? It looked less like a comedy show staff and more like a government agency. I heard estimates anywhere from 120 to nearly 200 people working on that show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's been a very long time since Game 5 of the 2024 World Series. It was the last time that Gerrit Cole appeared in a Major League Baseball game. That all changes tonight, when the 2023 AL Cy Young Award winner makes his season debut in the Bronx for the New York Yankees and hopes to regain the form that made him the ace of the staff. On this episode of the Baseball Bar-B-Cast, Jake Mintz and Jordan Shusterman discuss the significance behind Gerrit Cole's return to the Yankees, including his search for redemption after his last appearance on the Yankee Stadium mound, how close he came to leaving the club and why he'll slide perfectly into the rotation. With a big series against division rival the Tampa Bay Rays starting tonight and a need to get back to winning ways, the Yankees hope their ace will get them back on track. Later, Jake and Jordan talk about the Cleveland Guardians mopping the Detroit Tigers and how their different philosophy when it comes to roster construction is paying off so far in 2026. They then discuss the Milwaukee Brewers sweeping the Chicago Cubs at Wrigley Field to leapfrog them in the NL Central standings, as well as J.P. Crawford being willing to make a position switch so he can stay with the Seattle Mariners. The guys then make their picks for this week's edition of The Good, The Bad & The Uggla. 1:18 - The Opener: Gerrit Cole returns 19:34 - Around The League: Guardians mop the Tigers 28:45 - Brewers overtake the Cubs 34:43 - We Need To Talk About: Crawford eyes change 42:35 - The Good 50:21 - The Bad 54:48 - The Uggla Subscribe to Baseball Bar-B-Cast on your favorite podcast app:

The conversation shifts from Knicks strategy to a wild mix of Yankees frustration and playoff anxiety, as Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to a rain delayed night in the Bronx, a packed Yankee Stadium, and a tight loss to Toronto. They spotlight Cam Schlittler's strong outing, Trey Yesavage's performance, and the tiny decisions that shaped a low scoring game. Evan and Tiki also dig into Anthony Volpe's brutal challenge, the growing importance of the automated ball strike system, and why players need better situational awareness before risking a review. Then the Knicks return to the center of the show as fans debate whether to cash out bets, hedge against heartbreak, or embrace Evan's idea of emotional insurance with a potential NBA Finals run in sight.

Munaf Manji and Dave Essler talk betting for Thursday. Munaf Manji and Uncle Diamond Dave Essler are back on the Straight Outta Vegas AM feed for a loaded Thursday edition of Cash That Ticket, coming off a perfect 2-and-0 best bet day and ready to attack one of the biggest nights on the spring sports calendar. The guys open with a full breakdown of Game 2 of the NBA Eastern Conference Finals, where the New York Knicks host the Cleveland Cavaliers at Madison Square Garden as six-and-a-half-point home favorites with a total of 216.5. Cleveland blew a 20-plus-point fourth-quarter lead in Game 1, shot just 40% from the field, got beaten 60-38 in the paint, and watched Donovan Mitchell disappear in overtime, and Uncle Dave makes a compelling case that the sharpest angle in this game is fading the Cavs team total rather than picking a side outright. The Knicks shot a combined 31% from three in Game 1 with every perimeter player ice cold, and positive regression to the mean makes the New York team total over an equally compelling play. Uncle Dave targets Karl-Anthony Towns PRA over 35 as his player prop, pointing to Jarrett Allen's inability to contain Towns and the near-certain shooting efficiency improvement from a 6-for-14 Game 1 outing. Munaf takes Donovan Mitchell over 27.5 points at minus-114 on DraftKings, citing Mitchell's hometown pride at MSG and his overtime disappearance as the motivational fuel for a bounceback performance. Both hosts like the Knicks side for the full game and first half. On the baseball side, Uncle Dave and Munaf work through all four evening games, hitting the Braves and Marlins total with Sandy Alcántara against Spencer Strider in Miami, the Blue Jays at Yankee Stadium with Braydon Fisher as opener against a shaky Carlos Rodón, the Sacramento Athletics against José Soriano and the Angels in a high-pitch-count over environment, and Eduardo Rodríguez versus Zach Agnos in the desert with a big Arizona money line neither host wants to lay. Best bets close the show: Uncle Dave locks the Braves-Marlins over 7.5 on the strength of both teams' recent scoring history in this series and beyond, while Munaf pounds the Blue Jays team total over 3.5 at minus-120 on DraftKings against a Rodón who has walked eight batters in just eight innings this season. Use promo code PLAYOFFS20 at pregame.com for 20% off everything through May 31, and grab Munaf's three-star best bet on Knicks-Cavs Game 2 for just one dollar at pregame.com tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the Blue Jays' 2-1 win over the Yankees, Trey Yesavage's first start at Yankee Stadium, signs of positivity with the Jays' bullpen performance, Vlad Jr.'s at-bat, Brandon Valenzuela's crucial bunt, and Toronto's outfield defence issues. Then, Sports Illustrated's and MLB Network's Tom Verducci stops by (26:00) to chat about Yesavage's historic and meteoric rise from the Minors, World Series, and now a starter in the Jays' rotation, how Toronto's ballclub stacks up against the AL East through May, the pitch mix that Vladdy is receiving, how pitchers and hitters are always experimenting with their attacks, and if the Yankees are a better team in 2026 than last year.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jake Brend and Derek Duke dive deep into the future of the College Football Playoff and what expansion really means for the Big 12.

VJ Geronimo is a previous podcast guest on this show, and as you may know, Oris and STANDARD H have partnered in several ways throughout the years. We've co-hosted an event for Red Bar Raleigh, we've both participated in the Holiday event at Topper Jewelers, and both companies are huge fans of baseball. Though STANDARD H can't afford a billboard in Yankee Stadium, it's something that would be a bit of a dream, and thus, I get to somewhat live vicariously through VJ and his team‘s efforts.What I love about Oris is their dedicated nature of being inclusive, their ethical approach to business, and certainly their assortment offering true value.VJ and I start the conversation discussing family, and how father/daughter dynamics change over time, and then we move onto Watches & Wonders: the Oris booth and their approach to the show. Then, VJ walks us through the new releases and the history of a very special watch, the Star Edition.All of this and more with my very good friend, and someone I hold in the highest regard, VJ Geronimo.You can listen to the audio-only above or watch our conversation below! Thanks so much for your support. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit standardh.substack.com/subscribe

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker recap the New York Yankees series opening win over the Blue Jays, how both teams found ways to score runs, Yariel Rodriguez's 7th inning collapse, George Springer and Vlad Jr.'s at-bats against David Bednar in the 9th, Dylan Cease vs. the Yankees, how the relievers are working to keep runners from stealing and Brandon Valenzuela's home plate tag attempt on Anthony Volpe. Then, YES Network analyst and 4x all-star pitcher with the Yankees, Dellin Betances, stops by (23:37) to share his thoughts on how top-heavy the AL East has become, his experience pitching at Yankee Stadium, how Aaron Boone has evolved as a manager, and roles out of the bullpen.  The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker welcome Newsday Yankees reporter Erik Boland (3:05) ahead of the Blue Jays' second game in the Bronx. They discuss the breaking news that Gerrit Cole will return this week, what the Jays bats can expect from Will Warren, Aaron Judge's season so far, and whether Ben Rice's hot start is sustainable. Then, Jeff and Kevin chat about where Judge stands on the list of the greatest hitters of all time before listening to John Schneider's pre-game availability. Later, the voice of the Blue Jays, Dan Shulman (27:55), stops by to discuss the vibes in New York, positive signs from George Springer despite a rough final at-bat, John Schneider's decision to go to Yariel Rodriguez, how Dylan Cease should approach the Yankees' lineup, Brandon Valenzuela's eventful Yankee Stadium debut, and why tonight's matchup is a 'must-win.' The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

The Empire 161 Show – Season 7 Episode 9: Road Trip Scars and Bronx TherapyEd and Lyssa are back for Season 7 Episode 9 of The Empire 161 Show, and the Yankees are finally dragging themselves home after a long road trip that wrapped up with stops against the Orioles and Mets. Because nothing says “nice little travel schedule” like dealing with division drama and then a Subway Series headache before finally getting back to the Bronx.This week, the crew breaks down how the Yankees closed out the road trip, what worked, what looked ugly, and which moments had fans yelling at the TV like that was somehow going to fix the bullpen, the bats, or whatever fresh nonsense showed up that night.Then it's time to look ahead to a big homestand, where the Yankees get a chance to settle back in, stack some wins, and maybe remind everyone why Yankee Stadium is supposed to be a problem for the other team — not another group therapy session for fans in pinstripes.Ed and Lyssa will talk Orioles, Mets, road trip takeaways, Bronx Bombers expectations, and what the Yankees need to do as they head back home with the season starting to get louder.Catch Season 7 Episode 9 of The Empire 161 Show as the Yankees wrap up their long road trip and head into a big homestand in the Bronx.#Yankees #BronxBombers #PinstripePride #RepBX #Empire161 #PopCulturePros

MLB Network analyst and former catcher Alex Avila (2:43) joins Jeff Blair and Kevin Barker to discuss the state of the American League after 40 games, how players break out of mid-season slumps, what Brandon Valenzuela can expect in his first game behind the plate at Yankee Stadium, and why Vladimir Guerrero Jr. has so much success in the Bronx. Jeff and Kevin listen to John Schneider's pre-game availability before welcoming in Yankees radio analyst Suzyn Waldman (31:20) to discuss the recent offensive drop-off in New York, solutions for their struggling bullpen, their ceiling in 2026, and her conversation with Bo Bichette. The views and opinions expressed in this podcast are those of the hosts and guests and do not necessarily reflect the position of Rogers Sports & Media or any affiliates.

Jeff and Mark return and open with BP topics including Bobby Witt Jr.'s inside-the-park homer and a minor-league inside-the-park home run created when a fielder slid on a ball and unknowingly plugged it under the turf. They discuss Cal Raleigh ending an 0-for-38 slump by showering in full uniform, then going on the IL, and debate complaints about constant in-stadium audio at Yankee Stadium, including claims Aaron Judge wants Madison Square Garden-style energy and even signals the production booth. In Tales from the Dugout, Mark explains “Eddie Sissons Syndrome” for exaggerated baseball biographies, while Jeff shares an 1883 carrier-pigeon score delivery system and the story of Clarence “Climax” Blethyn's dentures biting him during a slide. The show ends with Wax Pack Heroes from 2003 Topps, and there's a manager card!.   00:00 BP Weird Baseball Moments 15:04 Grounds Crew to Dugout Tales 16:36 Eddie Sissons Syndrome 20:43 Pigeon Scoreboard in 1883 23:30 Dentures Bite Back Story 30:34 Wax Pack Heroes 46:58 Streams and Signoff   Connect With Us YouTube: www.youtube.com/@twostrikenoise Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/twostrikenoise BlueSky: @twostrikenoise.bsky.social Email: twostrikenoise@gmail.com   Support a Great Cause: Don't let your common cards collect dust! Donate them to help spark a child's interest in the game at http://commons4kids.org/.   #baseballhistory #mlb #baseball #Yankees #RedSox #Cal #BaseballCards #TwoStrikeNoise

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber react to the Yankees calling up Spencer Jones after Jasson Domínguez's injury, and debate whether Brian Cashman deserves credit for handling this moment differently than he might have in the past. The conversation centers on how quickly opportunity can change in baseball, especially when a young player gets hurt while trying to prove he belongs. The guys also dig into Yankee Stadium safety after Domínguez's collision with the wall, questioning whether MLB should do more to protect players from dangerous outfield fences. Plus, they touch on Yankees momentum, Knicks playoff anxiety, possible OG Anunoby risk, and the New York sports memories that still sting years later.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into the biggest questions surrounding Knicks versus Sixers, starting with OG Anunoby's hamstring uncertainty and whether the Knicks are wisely keeping Philadelphia guessing. With Joel Embiid's status also in doubt, the conversation turns to playoff gamesmanship, injury risk, and the possibility of Knicks fans taking over Philadelphia. The guys also react to Jasson Domínguez's scary injury after a tremendous catch at Yankee Stadium, what it means for Spencer Jones getting called up, and whether Brian Cashman deserves credit for how the Yankees are handling young talent. Plus, they debate Yankee Stadium safety, Knicks fan travel plans, and painful New York sports memories tied to beloved and infamous figures.

Garrett Cole's rehab outing turns into a bigger baseball debate after he drills a Single A prospect who had already squared him up twice. Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dig into whether it was a weak look, a necessary edge reset, or just part of the game when a top pitcher is trying to regain his competitive fire. The conversation then shifts to Yankee Stadium's viral chicken finger ice cream, the long lines frustrating fans who just want classic ballpark soft serve, and a fiery Philadelphia response to Tiki's criticism of Joel Embiid. The result is a lively mix of Yankees, old school baseball rules, stadium food complaints and New York versus Philly tension.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber dive into a loaded New York sports hour, from Garrett Cole's fiery rehab outing to the growing tension between New York and Philadelphia. The conversation starts with Cole drilling a Single A prospect after getting hit hard, sparking a debate about edge, embarrassment and whether old school baseball rules still apply. The hour also brings Yankee Stadium food chaos, a spirited response to Philly criticism of Tiki's Joel Embiid comments, James Dolan joking about a Knicks championship run, Aaron Rodgers rumors affecting the NFL schedule, and a Cinco list of New York's most underrated players. Clay Holmes, Josh Hart, Jazz Chisholm and other names all get their moment as the guys sort through what matters most across the local sports scene.

The Yankees keep winning, and Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber are trying to figure out just how far the praise should go. After another comeback win, this time against Jacob deGrom, the conversation turns to whether this team's depth, bullpen, rotation and relentless lineup are starting to resemble the legendary 1998 Yankees. Evan pushes back hard on the comparison while Tiki and others argue the signs are there, even if no one is predicting 114 wins. The guys also debate Tampa Bay refusing to go away, the flaws in the MLB playoff format, why Yankee Stadium should make John Sterling's famous “Yankees win” call a permanent postgame tradition, and how Tiki may have officially become Philadelphia's newest villain.

Evan and Tiki discuss the importance of honoring John Sterling by playing his iconic recording after home victories. They also debate comparisons between the current roster and the legendary 1998 squad while reacting to the news of Ted Turner's passing. The conversation shifts to Jose Caballero's small-ball contributions and the unique fan culture surrounding Yankee Stadium chicken buckets. 01:11 - John Sterling Tradition 03:30 - Ted Turner Passes Away 04:38 - 1998 Yankees Team Comparisons 14:04 - Jose Caballero Bunt Impact 16:24 - Yankee Stadium Chicken Buckets

Boomer and Gio debate if LeBron James is officially retiring after eight seasons with the Lakers, followed by Jerry's update on the Knicks-Sixers series and Tiki Barber's blunt advice for Joel Embiid. We recap the NBA highlights with JJ Redick before hitting the diamond, where the Yankees beat the Rangers behind Ryan McMahon's clutch homer off Jacob deGrom and the Phillies find success under new manager Don Mattingly. To close, we check out Peter Schwartz living it up in some bougie Legend Seats at Yankee Stadium.

Evan Roberts and Tiki Barber discuss reports from Al Cintron claiming the New York Mets were in talks with Dusty Baker to be their manager. They break down the validity of these rumors and weigh the pros and cons of hiring the veteran skipper. The conversation also explores legendary calls from John Sterling and Evan's plans for a jersey-clad visit to Yankee Stadium. 02:00 - Celebrity Sightings and Lindor 05:00 - Al Cintron's Dusty Baker Report 09:45 - Reporter Denies Baker Rumors 13:21 - John Sterling's Broadcasting Legacy 18:48 - Knicks Arena and Jersey Etiquette 22:53 - Evan's Yankee Stadium Plans 27:10 - Parenting and Ballpark Food Hacks 32:33 - Terry Collins Managerial Proposal 37:52 - Final Thoughts on Stadium Ice Cream

Former mayor Rudy Giuliani was in a coma, a fact that wasn't revealed until after his admission to the hospital for pneumonia on Sunday. Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay paid tribute to the late, great John Sterling while calling last night's game. Fans at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx honored Sterling with a huge tribute. A UAE cutter may join the fight against Iran, depending on what happens with ships, drones, or missiles at the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says having the Strait blocked benefits the USA, but it's crippling Iran's economy to the point where they can't pay their soldiers. Mark recaps last night's Met Gala, noting how the event has changed over the years.

Former mayor Rudy Giuliani was in a coma, a fact that wasn't revealed until after his admission to the hospital for pneumonia on Sunday. Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay paid tribute to the late, great John Sterling while calling last night's game. Fans at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx honored Sterling with a huge tribute. A UAE cutter may join the fight against Iran, depending on what happens with ships, drones, or missiles at the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says having the Strait blocked benefits the USA, but it's crippling Iran's economy to the point where they can't pay their soldiers. Mark recaps last night's Met Gala, noting how the event has changed over the years. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews NY Post columnist Michael Goodwin. Mark and Michael discuss how the US relationship with the British has shifted since King Charles visited Manhattan last week, and how this decline may reflect a broader trend across Europe. They also talk about rising American anxiety over the war in Iran and whether time is running out for regime change. The City of New York is struggling to pass the state budget, partly due to Mayor Mamdani's promise to provide more free services to residents.

Former mayor Rudy Giuliani was in a coma, a fact that wasn't revealed until after his admission to the hospital for pneumonia on Sunday. Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay paid tribute to the late, great John Sterling while calling last night's game. Fans at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx honored Sterling with a huge tribute. A UAE cutter may join the fight against Iran, depending on what happens with ships, drones, or missiles at the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says having the Strait blocked benefits the USA, but it's crippling Iran's economy to the point where they can't pay their soldiers. Mark recaps last night's Met Gala, noting how the event has changed over the years. Mark takes your calls! Mark interviews NY Post columnist Michael Goodwin. Mark and Michael discuss how the US relationship with the British has shifted since King Charles visited Manhattan last week, and how this decline may reflect a broader trend across Europe. They also talk about rising American anxiety over the war in Iran and whether time is running out for regime change. The City of New York is struggling to pass the state budget, partly due to Mayor Mamdani's promise to provide more free services to residents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former mayor Rudy Giuliani was in a coma, a fact that wasn't revealed until after his admission to the hospital for pneumonia on Sunday. Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay paid tribute to the late, great John Sterling while calling last night's game. Fans at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx honored Sterling with a huge tribute. A UAE cutter may join the fight against Iran, depending on what happens with ships, drones, or missiles at the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says having the Strait blocked benefits the USA, but it's crippling Iran's economy to the point where they can't pay their soldiers. Mark recaps last night's Met Gala, noting how the event has changed over the years. Mark interviews NY Post columnist Michael Goodwin. Mark and Michael discuss how the US relationship with the British has shifted since King Charles visited Manhattan last week, and how this decline may reflect a broader trend across Europe. They also talk about rising American anxiety over the war in Iran and whether time is running out for regime change. The City of New York is struggling to pass the state budget, partly due to Mayor Mamdani's promise to provide more free services to residents. The Tony Awards nominations are out, and Pink is set to host the show on CBS. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was pressed about possible insider trading but dodged the question. Former mayor Eric Adams used to call Michael Bloomberg for advice when making big decisions for New York City; maybe more mayors should try that, such as Mamdani. Stephen Colbert's run as CBS's late-night host is wrapping up soon, so what's next for the Ed Sullivan Theater in NYC? Mark has a few ideas. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. They discuss Barack Obama's aim to be a kingmaker for Democrats in 2028, believing the party is in decline. Bill and Mark touch on how mistakes by Michelle and Barack Obama have led to different outcomes for each. They also talk about how tough it is for a President to think clearly with constant pressure, especially Trump, and how this plays out with the current Iran war. Bill notes that networks such as NewsDay and more are censoring stories, leaving viewers confused, like in the recent Long Island Wendy's stabbing case that sparked major attention. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former mayor Rudy Giuliani was in a coma, a fact that wasn't revealed until after his admission to the hospital for pneumonia on Sunday. Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay paid tribute to the late, great John Sterling while calling last night's game. Fans at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx honored Sterling with a huge tribute. A UAE cutter may join the fight against Iran, depending on what happens with ships, drones, or missiles at the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says having the Strait blocked benefits the USA, but it's crippling Iran's economy to the point where they can't pay their soldiers. Mark recaps last night's Met Gala, noting how the event has changed over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Former mayor Rudy Giuliani was in a coma, a fact that wasn't revealed until after his admission to the hospital for pneumonia on Sunday. Yankees broadcaster Michael Kay paid tribute to the late, great John Sterling while calling last night's game. Fans at Yankee Stadium in the Bronx honored Sterling with a huge tribute. A UAE cutter may join the fight against Iran, depending on what happens with ships, drones, or missiles at the Strait of Hormuz. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says having the Strait blocked benefits the USA, but it's crippling Iran's economy to the point where they can't pay their soldiers. Mark recaps last night's Met Gala, noting how the event has changed over the years. Mark interviews NY Post columnist Michael Goodwin. Mark and Michael discuss how the US relationship with the British has shifted since King Charles visited Manhattan last week, and how this decline may reflect a broader trend across Europe. They also talk about rising American anxiety over the war in Iran and whether time is running out for regime change. The City of New York is struggling to pass the state budget, partly due to Mayor Mamdani's promise to provide more free services to residents. The Tony Awards nominations are out, and Pink is set to host the show on CBS. Minority Leader Chuck Schumer was pressed about possible insider trading but dodged the question. Former mayor Eric Adams used to call Michael Bloomberg for advice when making big decisions for New York City; maybe more mayors should try that, such as Mamdani. Stephen Colbert's run as CBS's late-night host is wrapping up soon, so what's next for the Ed Sullivan Theater in NYC? Mark has a few ideas. Mark interviews streaming host Bill O'Reilly. They discuss Barack Obama's aim to be a kingmaker for Democrats in 2028, believing the party is in decline. Bill and Mark touch on how mistakes by Michelle and Barack Obama have led to different outcomes for each. They also talk about how tough it is for a President to think clearly with constant pressure, especially Trump, and how this plays out with the current Iran war. Bill notes that networks such as NewsDay and more are censoring stories, leaving viewers confused, like in the recent Long Island Wendy's stabbing case that sparked major attention. 

On this Tuesday edition of Sid & Friends in the Morning, Sid recaps his night spent at Yankee Stadium last night courtesy of his new best friend New York Yankees team president Randy Levine, where the Yankees spent time pre-game honoring the life & legacy of legendary Yankees play-by-play voice John Sterling - who passed away yesterday at the age of 87. In other news of the day, synagogues and homes and a car in Queens were all targeted with antisemitic graffiti early Monday morning, the U.S. sinks 7 small Iranian boats as Iran launches attacks on UAE and ships in Strait of Hormuz - proving just how fragile this "ceasefire" in Iran really is, and former New York City Mayor Rudy Giuliani is breathing on his own after being taken off a ventilator - his doctor said - adding he has "9 lives" following a dramatic turnaround from a dire condition. Abraham Hamra, Bo Dietl, Bruce Blakeman, Craig Carton, Joe Gruters, Randy Levine & Samantha Ettus join Sid on this Tuesday installment of Sid & Friends in the Morning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rich Lowry, Editor-In-Chief of National Review, joins Sid on a Monday morning to talk about his experience on the field at Yankee Stadium ahead of attending Saturday's Yankee game in The Bronx, courtesy of a hookup from his dear friend Sid Rosenberg and team president Randy Levine. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices