UCB Sports & Leisure

Since the dawn of time, man has competed and relaxed. UCB Sports & Leisure celebrates both. Hosts Matt Walsh (The Hangover, Veep) and Scot Armstrong (Old School, Dice) investigate the biggest names and characters in comedy to bring you the biggest stories in sports and an in depth look at the wide world of leisure.

MotherFu*kin' Dope (w/ Thomas Middleditch)

Matt & Scot join self-appointed park protector Pete Seapress (Thomas Middleditch) as he watches over Yellowstone National Park during the government shutdown. Check out Thomas's touring improv show with Ben Schwartz, Middleditch & Schwartz! And go see Under The Eiffel Tower, in select cities and On Demand starring our very own Matt Walsh! Peace!

02-12
38:02

This is a Safe Space (w/ Brian Huskey)

The fellas are joined by Phil Laverne (Brian Huskey), author of the adult anti-bullying book, Pajama Long, and part-time local jingle performer. Additional Voices: Anosh McAdam Music: Billy Bragg - New England, Cat Stevens - Wild World

01-29
43:43

The Best of 2018 Vol.2 (w/ Carl Tart, Horatio Sanz, Ron Livingston, Lorraine Newman, & more!)

Matt & Scott reminisce on the year that was, as they bake holiday treats for all of our guests from 2018. Join us by the fire for volume 2 of our Best of's! Featuring: Carl Tart, Horatio Sanz, Ron Livingston, Lorraine Newman, Brad Morris (twice!), Sam Richardson, Dan Van Kirk, Jacquis Neal, Edgar Momplaisir, Ali Ghandour, Dhruv Singh, and the real Jim McMahon! Special Thanks to Cody Ziglar for being the John Hammond of our dinosaur park. And special thanks to Brad Morris for always sinking threes off the bench in the 4th quarter. Happy New Year!

01-04
57:20

The Best of 2018 Vol.1 (w/ Rob Riggle, Paul F. Tompkins, Jason Mantzoukas, Jon Gabrus, & more)

Matt & Scott reminisce on the year that was, as they bake holiday treats for all of our guests from 2018. Join us by the fire for volume 1 of our Best of's! Featuring: Rob Riggle, Paul F. Tompkins, Jason Mantzoukas, Kirby Howell-Baptiste, Ego Nwodim, Jon Gabrus, Will Hines, Jacquis Neal, Edgar Momplaisir, Bobby Lee, Dave Theune, and James Mastraieni! Special Thanks to Cody Ziglar for being the John Hammond of our dinosaur park. Happy New Year!

01-01
58:57

Skating The Bean (w/ Edgar Momplaisir & Matt Apodaca)

Matt drops into the half pipe with Pro skateboarder and fashion model Nate Eagle (Matt Apodaca) and his clothing designer/sponsorship Lance Sparrow (Edgar Momplaisir). Additional Voices by: Anosh McAdam Music: Goldfinger - Superman, Millencolin - No Cigar

12-10
38:20

A Sock Full of Bees

Matt gets a little too close to a story as he investigates the world of competitive eating contests with speed eating veterans Dean Monster (Sean Clements) and Michael Car (Hayes Davenport).

11-19
33:57

The Home-seum on Haunted Hill (w/ Lorraine Newman & Brad Morris)

On our post-Halloween Halloween episode, Matt & Scot spend two nights at the intimate Horror Movie Hall of Fame and 'Home-seum,' with owner and operator Gwyneth Franken-Fyne (Lorraine Newman). They also meet her son Bennett (Brad Morris) and one of her Air Bnb guests, Steve (Brad Morris). Follow us @UCBSL on Instagram and Twitter

11-05
42:44

It's All Part of The Plan (w/ Dhruv Singh & Ali Ghandour)

Matt gets a masterclass in running scams by two of America's most notorious conmen, Denton Yabank & Harry Katmandu (Dhruv Singh & Ali Ghandour)

10-22
36:09

The Ticket Master (w/ Brad Morris)

In this investigative ticketing special, Matt & Scot head on location to Wrigley Field to speak with renown ticket broker Paul Gandy about his unique approach to selling tickets.

10-08
24:19

He's All That (w/ Jon Gabrus)

Before his 30th high school reunion, Scot undergoes a complete body transformation with celebrity bio-trainer Lenny LeChest (Jon Gabrus).

09-24
39:54

The Legend of Baggo Vance (w/ Dan Van Kirk)

Matt & Scot investigate the world of Cornhole, a.k.a. America's friendliest game. Cornhole champion Riki Budders (Dan Van Kirk) teaches them the lingo, how to toss a bag, and what it's like to learn your daughter is co-mingling with a rival team. Additional voices: Kylie Chance Featured music: "Mr. Roboto" by Styx Follow us on Twitter & Instagram @UCBSL

09-10
39:37

Any Given Quizbowl (w/ Ron Livingston)

Matt & Scot meet education-coach Walter Bates(Ron Livingston), as they investigate the hyper competitive world behind the Quizbowl. They quickly become concerned as Bates reveals his true nature. Follow us on Twitter & Instagram @UCBSL

08-27
34:44

3:10 to Yama (w/ Bobby Lee)

Matt & Scot blur the lines between virtual reality, human emotion, and sexual exploration in this deep investigation into the life of Avatar coach Toby Yama (Bobby Lee).

08-13
42:00

Snitches Get Stitches & Stripes (w/ Dave Theune & James Mastraieni)

Matt & Scot investigate the emotionally charged world of NBA referees, with veteran officials, Dave Dungerton (Dave Theune) & James Naismith (James Mastraieni). They attend the player-referee orientation, visit referee training camp, and help Dungerton through a cathartic medical trauma.

07-30
40:20

The God Bother (w/ Rob Riggle)

In this religious explorative special, Matt & Scot head to Louisberg, KS to some quality time spend with associate pastor Tom Devin (Rob Riggle) to better understand how faith & civic duty intertwine in the American heart land. Featured music: "Baggy Trousers" by Madness, "Under Pressure" by Queen & David Bowie, "Friends in Low Places " By Garth Brooks, "Poofters Froth Wyoming Plans Head" by Frank Zappa & The Mothers of Invention, "Can't

07-16
42:17

Two Pods in a #Peetape - (UCBSL/Hooray Show Crossover 2)

Matt Walsh and Scot Armstrong bring the UCB Sports and Leisure podcast over to Bro Bro Studios to mix it up with Horatio Sanz, Brad Morris, Joe Nunez and Chad Krueger. The guys confront the dark mood of the country and ask "what we can we do to make it better?" Also, they improvise on the ideas of homelessness, immigration and even the merits of Culver City. Oh... and WE HAVE THE PEE TAPE(S)!!!

07-01
54:35

Little House on the Left w/ Kirby Howell-Baptiste & Ego Nwodim

In this investigative lifestyle special, Matt & Scot meet with famed Swedish micro realtor & tiny movement enthusiat Helveticä NüRoman (Kirby Howell-Baptiste) & her newest client, renown voice-actress Chartreuse Jenkins (Ego Nwodim). Featured music: "Brand New Cadillac" by The Clash, "Our House" by Madness

06-18
26:51

Royal Fumble w/ Dan Black & Alex Newman

In this sports entertainment investigative speical, Matt meets with former professional wrestler "Stone Cold" Steve Austin (Alex Newman) & his live-in life coach & best friend Rich "The Fish" Santiello (Dan Black). Matt learns of Steves life post-retirement, the unique relationship with Rich, and more. Featured music: Probot - I Am the Warlock, Rollins Band - What's the Matter Man, Patty Smyth - The Warrior, Chris Stapleton - Tennese Whiskey

06-04
34:27

Daze of Futures Past w/ Rich Fulcher

In this political analytical special, Matt travels to Washington DC to speak with political forecaster & professional handicapper Don Ready (Rich Fulcher) about his unique approach to election predictions Featured music: Opportunities by Pep Shop Boys, The Royal Scam by Steely Dan

05-21
26:44

Bonus Episode: Uglies in the Outfield w/ Paul F. Tompkins

As part of our Investigative Baseball Special, Matt & Scot spent time at Citi Fields with Mr. Met (Paul F. Tompkins) to discuss the particulars of his unique physical condition & the life of an MLB Mascot.

05-14
13:37

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