Episodios

  • Is College Football at a Crossroads?

    Is College Football at a Crossroads?
    May 21 2025
    Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are surprised that Nick Saban and President Trump have entered debates about NIL and transfer portal reforms in college football. Could the sport eventually split into separate tiers with elite programs creating their own division? MLB financial strategies face scrutiny as the Dodgers' billion-dollar payroll with deferred payments from stars like Shohei Ohtani raises eyebrows. Will MLB eventually revise contract deferral rules? Does the release of veteran Dodger catcher Austin Barnes emphasize that baseball is very much a business? How will the crucial Knicks-Celtics playoff matchup pan out? And is Giannis Antetokounmpo truly considering Los Angeles as his next destination?
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    20 m
  • The NBA Playoffs Heat Up

    The NBA Playoffs Heat Up
    May 13 2025
    Fred, Art, and Laura marvel at the marked uptick in ratings for the NBA playoffs over previous years. Which former player is New York Knicks’ Jalen Brunson being compared to with his clutch performance? Will this postseason reenergize the fanbase? Can the change of ownership, a brand-spanking-new stadium, and quarterback Jayden Daniels increase the momentum of the Washington Commanders? Will surprise Kentucky Derby winner Sovereignty run in the Preakness? And why did Mike Tirico leave the Derby telecast so suddenly?
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    15 m
  • 151st Run for the Roses Promises Surprises

    151st Run for the Roses Promises Surprises
    May 5 2025
    Fred and Art handicap the 151st Kentucky Derby, which runs Saturday with Journalism favored from the eighth post. Could $2,500 purchase Chunk of Gold shock the racing world from the 19th position? Aaron Judge dominates MLB statistical categories as the Yankees continue their offensive barrage. Is the power surge across baseball due to Commissioner Manfred quietly allowing a livelier ball this season? With former Dodger Gavin Lux remaining a defensive liability for Cincinnati despite hitting over .330, should the Reds limit him to DH duties despite his hot bat? And will Denver and Nikola Jokić derail the Clippers' playoff hopes once again?
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    14 m
  • Potential NBA Western Conference Final for L.A.?

    Potential NBA Western Conference Final for L.A.?
    Apr 29 2025
    The team is back together as Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura look for a potential Lakers-Clippers Western Conference Finals with J.J.Redick’s Lakers bolstered by major contributions from Austin Reaves and a seemingly rejuvenated LeBron James, while Kawhi Leonard's health raises the Clippers' hopes across town. In the East, Indiana has emerged as a surprising challenge to Boston's dominant path. And as the NCAA grapples with transfer portal chaos, exemplified by the UCLA-Tennessee quarterback swap involving Nico Iamaleava, will the NFL draft provide clarity on polarizing prospects like Shedeur Sanders?
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    17 m
  • Off the Bench and Back in the Game!

    Off the Bench and Back in the Game!
    Apr 18 2025
    Fred is back and more fantastic than ever! He and Laura contemplate Cooper Flagg’s crucial decision between returning to Duke for another championship run or entering the NBA draft as a projected top pick. Could his choice to forgo millions signal a new trend in college basketball? Aaron Rodgers remains unsigned as NFL teams hesitate to commit. Will any franchise gamble on the aging quarterback despite vacancies in New Orleans and Pittsburgh? The Dodgers are battling defensive issues as the season gets into full swing. Is Max Muncy's struggling defense at third base a temporary problem or a season-long concern? And why is Juan Soto raising eyebrows in New York?
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    14 m
  • Is Horse Racing on the Decline?

    Is Horse Racing on the Decline?
    Feb 25 2025
    Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura predict an uncertain future for horse racing amid diminishing purses and animal welfare concerns at racetracks like the iconic Santa Anita. What ethical reforms need to be adopted as it struggles to persevere? Could NHL commissioner Gary Bettman’s new international competition format help hockey challenge basketball's popularity? Will Alex Bregman or Rafael Devers play third base for Boston? And how can baseball maintain its national appeal with ESPN losing its MLB package and only a handful of teams realistically competing for championships?
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    12 m
  • Debate Over Financial Profitability in the MLB

    Debate Over Financial Profitability in the MLB
    Feb 19 2025
    Fred, Art, Mark, and Laura are skeptical of the claims of operating losses from multiple baseball teams amid soaring franchise values. Can the MLB’s economic model sustain escalating player salaries like Alex Bregman's $120 million Red Sox deal? The Dodgers and Braves project for 109 and 105 wins respectively - but will pitching health determine their fate? What ownership turmoil threatens the Padres' future following Peter Seidler's death? Will Aaron Rodgers choose broadcasting over the Raiders? And is Sean McVay considering trading some high-profile Rams?
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    22 m
  • Yet Another Gambling Scandal

    Yet Another Gambling Scandal
    Feb 12 2025
    Fred, Art, and Laura chronicle gambling misconduct in the MLB with the passing of former commissioner Fay Vincent and as fresh concerns arise at the suspension of umpire Pat Hoberg, who is sidelined until 2026 for shared credit card activity with a baseball gambler. Is stricter monitoring on the horizon? Has Chip Kelly found his niche with the Raiders? Will the Super Bowl officiating crew be under scrutiny? Is Saquon Barkley just the ticket to keep the Chiefs from a three-peat? And how will the NCAA’s controversial rules affect transgender athletes?
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    19 m
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