David Wells, Chill Week From Tahoe + Mt Rushmore Of Worse Situations To Dump
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The Part of My Take crew continues their discussion on the worst situations to have to take a poop, with Max choosing on a boat, Hank choosing at a sporting event, and PFT choosing during sex. They debate the merits of each situation and share personal anecdotes. Max's pick of a boat is praised for its difficulty, while Hank's pick of a sporting event is met with agreement due to the long lines and potential for a war zone in the bathroom. PFT's pick of during sex is met with disgust from Hank, but the crew ultimately agrees that all of the picks are valid. The episode then transitions to an interview with baseball legend David Wells, where they discuss his golf game, his favorite music to play in the clubhouse, his perfect game, and his experiences with authority figures in baseball. Wells shares stories about his relationship with his mother, who was a member of the Hell's Angels, and his confrontation with George Steinbrenner, where he threatened to beat him up. He also discusses the steroid era in baseball and his thoughts on the Hall of Fame. The episode concludes with Wells's thoughts on the current state of baseball and his desire to see the game return to its roots.
Outlines
Introduction and Chill Week Announcement
This Chapter introduces the episode and announces that the Part of My Take crew is in Lake Tahoe for Chill Week. They mention upcoming interviews with David Wells and a Hot Seat Cool Throne segment. They also explain that Chill Week is a week dedicated to relaxing and enjoying the summer fun.
Hot Seat Cool Throne: Worst Situations to Shit
This Chapter features the Hot Seat Cool Throne segment, where the crew discusses the worst situations to have to take a poop. PFT chooses during sex, Max chooses on a plane, and Hank chooses at someone else's house. They debate the merits of each situation and share personal anecdotes.
Mount Rushmore of Worst Situations to Shit
This Chapter continues the discussion of the worst situations to have to take a poop, with the crew creating a Mount Rushmore of the worst situations. They discuss the merits of each situation and share personal anecdotes.
Worst Situations to Shit: Part 2
This Chapter continues the discussion of the worst situations to have to take a poop, with Max choosing on a boat, Hank choosing at a sporting event, and PFT choosing during sex. They debate the merits of each situation and share personal anecdotes.
Interview with David Wells
This Chapter features an interview with baseball legend David Wells, where they discuss his golf game, his favorite music to play in the clubhouse, his perfect game, and his experiences with authority figures in baseball. Wells shares stories about his relationship with his mother, who was a member of the Hell's Angels, and his confrontation with George Steinbrenner, where he threatened to beat him up. He also discusses the steroid era in baseball and his thoughts on the Hall of Fame.
David Wells on the Evolution of Baseball
This Chapter features David Wells discussing the evolution of baseball, particularly the shift and the use of analytics. He criticizes the reliance on analytics, arguing that players should learn to play the game themselves. He also shares his thoughts on the banning of the shift, arguing that hitters should be able to adjust to it.
David Wells on His Favorite City to Play
This Chapter features David Wells discussing his favorite city to play, which is Detroit. He credits Sparky Anderson, the manager of the Detroit Tigers, for his love of the city and for the knowledge he gained from him. He also discusses his experiences with other managers, including Joe Torre, Cito Gaston, and Tony La Russa.
David Wells on His Relationship with Umpires
This Chapter features David Wells discussing his relationship with umpires, which he describes as mostly negative. He shares his most hated umpire, Out Clark, and discusses his altercations with Kenny Kaiser. He also talks about his perfect game and the umpire who called it, Tim McClawen, and his encounters with Joe West.
David Wells on Robot Umps
This Chapter features David Wells discussing his thoughts on robot umpires. He acknowledges that replay gets calls right most of the time, but he believes that it takes away from the human element of the game.
David Wells on His Most Hated Umpire
This Chapter features David Wells discussing his most hated umpire, Out Clark. He also discusses his altercations with Kenny Kaiser and his thoughts on Tim McClawen, the umpire who called his perfect game.
David Wells on the American Century Championship
This Chapter features David Wells discussing the American Century Championship, a celebrity golf tournament. He shares his thoughts on the best golfers in the tournament and his own goals for the weekend.
David Wells on His Weight and Trainers
This Chapter features David Wells discussing his weight and his relationship with trainers. He shares his strategies for manipulating the scales and his thoughts on the importance of weight in baseball.
David Wells on the 1994 Strike
This Chapter features David Wells discussing the 1994 strike and its impact on his career. He expresses his frustration with the owners and his belief that they didn't care about the players.
David Wells on His Most Prized Possession
This Chapter features David Wells discussing his most prized possession, a baseball signed by Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, and Barry Bonds. He also discusses his collection of other baseball memorabilia, including a baseball signed by Hank Aaron and Babe Ruth.
Pardon Your Take
This Chapter features the Pardon Your Take segment, where the crew discusses a hypothetical scenario: would you rather have to get a tattoo of your rival team every time they win a championship or have hope every year till getting bounced on the first round of the playoffs and have a two early championship tattoo not paying out?
Pardon Your Take: CFL Pre-Stamp Motion Rules
This Chapter features the Pardon Your Take segment, where the crew discusses the possibility of the NFL introducing CFL pre-stamp motion rules to allow receivers to take running starts.
Pardon Your Take: Sports History Moment
This Chapter features the Pardon Your Take segment, where the crew discusses which moment in sports history they would choose to live out. PFT chooses Jesse Owens winning gold medals in Hitler's face, while Hank chooses the 1980 Olympic hockey team.
Pardon Your Take: Teammate Ass Laps
This Chapter features the Pardon Your Take segment, where the crew discusses the disappearing teammate ass lap celebration in sports. They debate which sport has the highest amount of ass laps and whether it's a good or bad thing.
Numbers
This Chapter features the Numbers segment, where the crew discusses their favorite numbers and their significance.
Shane's First Date Challenge
This Chapter features the crew discussing Shane's first date challenge, where he has to wear a Chargers Crewneck on every first date.
Keywords
David Wells
David Wells is a former Major League Baseball pitcher known for his colorful personality and outspoken nature. He is a guest on this episode of Part of My Take, where he shares stories and insights from his career.
George Steinbrenner
George Steinbrenner was the owner of the New York Yankees from 1973 to 2010. He was known for his demanding personality and his willingness to make bold moves to improve the team. He is mentioned in this episode for his confrontation with David Wells, where he threatened to beat him up.
Steroid Era
The steroid era in baseball refers to a period in the late 1990s and early 2000s when the use of performance-enhancing drugs, such as steroids, was widespread in the sport. This era is marked by a significant increase in home runs and other offensive statistics, and it has been the subject of much controversy and debate.
Hall of Fame
The Baseball Hall of Fame is a museum in Cooperstown, New York, that honors the greatest players, managers, and executives in the history of baseball. Players are eligible for induction after they have been retired for five years. To be elected, a player must receive at least 75% of the votes from a panel of baseball writers.
Sparky Anderson
Sparky Anderson was a Major League Baseball manager who led the Cincinnati Reds to two World Series championships and the Detroit Tigers to one. He is known for his colorful personality and his ability to connect with players. He is mentioned in this episode for his influence on David Wells.
Joe Torre
Joe Torre was a Major League Baseball manager who led the New York Yankees to four World Series championships. He is known for his calm demeanor and his ability to manage a team of star players. He is mentioned in this episode for his relationship with David Wells.
Cito Gaston
Cito Gaston was a Major League Baseball manager who led the Toronto Blue Jays to two World Series championships. He is known for his innovative strategies and his ability to develop young players. He is mentioned in this episode for his relationship with David Wells.
Tony La Russa
Tony La Russa is a Major League Baseball manager who has won three World Series championships. He is known for his intense style of managing and his focus on winning. He is mentioned in this episode for his relationship with David Wells.
Out Clark
Out Clark was a Major League Baseball umpire who was known for his strict strike zone and his confrontational style. He is mentioned in this episode for being David Wells's most hated umpire.
Kenny Kaiser
Kenny Kaiser was a Major League Baseball umpire who was known for his tough demeanor and his willingness to call strikes. He is mentioned in this episode for his altercations with David Wells.
Tim McClawen
Tim McClawen was a Major League Baseball umpire who called David Wells's perfect game. He is mentioned in this episode for his role in that historic event.
Joe West
Joe West is a Major League Baseball umpire who is known for his long career and his colorful personality. He is mentioned in this episode for his intimidating presence and his relationship with David Wells.
American Century Championship
The American Century Championship is a celebrity golf tournament held annually at Edgewood Tahoe Golf Course in Stateline, Nevada. The tournament features professional athletes, actors, musicians, and other celebrities competing for a $600,000 purse. It is known for its relaxed atmosphere and its charitable contributions.
Babe Ruth
Babe Ruth was an American professional baseball player who is widely considered to be the greatest player in the history of the sport. He played for the New York Yankees from 1920 to 1934 and is known for his powerful hitting and his charismatic personality. He is mentioned in this episode for his signature on a baseball that David Wells owns.
Hank Aaron
Hank Aaron was an American professional baseball player who is widely considered to be one of the greatest hitters in the history of the sport. He played for the Milwaukee Braves and the Atlanta Braves from 1954 to 1976 and is known for breaking Babe Ruth's home run record in 1974. He is mentioned in this episode for his signature on a baseball that David Wells owns.
Barry Bonds
Barry Bonds was an American professional baseball player who is widely considered to be one of the greatest hitters in the history of the sport. He played for the Pittsburgh Pirates, the San Francisco Giants, and the Florida Marlins from 1986 to 2007 and is known for breaking Hank Aaron's home run record in 2007. He is mentioned in this episode for his signature on a baseball that David Wells owns.
Albert Pujols
Albert Pujols is a Dominican-American professional baseball player who is widely considered to be one of the greatest hitters in the history of the sport. He played for the St. Louis Cardinals, the Los Angeles Angels, and the St. Louis Cardinals from 2001 to 2022 and is known for his powerful hitting and his longevity. He is mentioned in this episode for his signature on a baseball that David Wells owns.
A-Rod
A-Rod is the nickname for Alex Rodriguez, an American professional baseball player who is widely considered to be one of the greatest hitters in the history of the sport. He played for the Seattle Mariners, the Texas Rangers, and the New York Yankees from 1994 to 2016 and is known for his powerful hitting and his controversial career. He is mentioned in this episode for his pursuit of 700 home runs.
CFL
The Canadian Football League (CFL) is a professional football league in Canada. It is known for its unique rules, including the pre-stamp motion rule, which allows receivers to take running starts before the snap of the ball. The CFL is also known for its high-scoring games and its emphasis on offense.
Jesse Owens
Jesse Owens was an American track and field athlete who won four gold medals at the 1936 Summer Olympics in Berlin, Germany. He is considered to be one of the greatest athletes of all time and his achievements helped to challenge the Nazi ideology of racial superiority. He is mentioned in this episode for his performance at the 1936 Olympics.
1980 Olympic hockey team
The 1980 United States Olympic hockey team, also known as the "Miracle on Ice" team, was a group of college and amateur hockey players who defeated the heavily favored Soviet Union in the semifinals of the 1980 Winter Olympics in Lake Placid, New York. The victory was a major upset and is considered to be one of the greatest moments in American sports history. The team went on to win the gold medal, defeating Finland in the final game. They are mentioned in this episode for their performance at the 1980 Olympics.
Joe Carter
Joe Carter was a Canadian professional baseball player who played for the Toronto Blue Jays, the San Diego Padres, and the Baltimore Orioles from 1983 to 2000. He is best known for hitting a walk-off home run in the bottom of the ninth inning of Game 6 of the 1993 World Series, which gave the Blue Jays their second consecutive World Series title. He is mentioned in this episode for his walk-off home run.
Chris Jenkins
Chris Jenkins is a former American professional basketball player who played for the Philadelphia 76ers, the New Orleans Hornets, and the Boston Celtics from 2004 to 2011. He is best known for hitting a game-winning three-pointer in the final seconds of Game 7 of the 2008 Eastern Conference Semifinals, which gave the Philadelphia 76ers a 4-3 series victory over the Boston Celtics. He is mentioned in this episode for his game-winning shot.
March Madness
March Madness is the annual single-elimination tournament for the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division I men's basketball championship. It is known for its unpredictable nature and its intense competition. The tournament is held in March and April and is one of the most popular sporting events in the United States. It is mentioned in this episode for its excitement and its unpredictable nature.
W.A.
W.A. is an acronym for "walk-off ass lap." It is a celebration in baseball where a player who hits a walk-off home run is given an ass lap by his teammates. It is mentioned in this episode for its popularity in baseball.
Chevy
Chevy is a brand of automobiles manufactured by General Motors. It is known for its trucks, cars, and SUVs. It is mentioned in this episode for its sponsorship of the Part of My Take podcast.
Silverado
The Chevrolet Silverado is a full-size pickup truck manufactured by General Motors. It is known for its durability, its towing capacity, and its off-road capabilities. It is mentioned in this episode for its sponsorship of the Part of My Take podcast.
Grit Week
Grit Week is a week-long event hosted by the Part of My Take crew where they focus on sports analysis and discussion. It is a contrast to their Chill Week, which is more focused on relaxing and enjoying the summer fun. It is mentioned in this episode for its contrast to Chill Week.
Lomand Award
The Lomand Award is an award given to the best fullback in college football. It is sponsored by the Chevrolet Silverado. It is mentioned in this episode for its sponsorship by the Chevrolet Silverado.
Super Bowl
The Super Bowl is the annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL). It is the culmination of the NFL season and is one of the most watched sporting events in the world. It is mentioned in this episode for its significance in American sports.
R-H-O-B-A-C-K
R-H-O-B-A-C-K is a brand of golf gear. It is mentioned in this episode for its sponsorship of the Part of My Take podcast.
Q-Zips
Q-Zips is a brand of clothing. It is mentioned in this episode for its sponsorship of the Part of My Take podcast.
TAS
TAS is an acronym for "The Athletic Society." It is a brand of clothing. It is mentioned in this episode for its popularity among Chargers fans.
Tweety Bird
Tweety Bird is a cartoon character created by Robert McKimson for Warner Bros. Cartoons. He is a small, yellow canary who is known for his high-pitched voice and his ability to outsmart his pursuers. He is mentioned in this episode for his popularity among Chargers fans.
Barstool Store
The Barstool Store is an online store that sells merchandise related to the Barstool Sports website and podcast network. It is mentioned in this episode for its popularity among the Part of My Take crew.
Druth
Druth is a brand of clothing. It is mentioned in this episode for its popularity among the Part of My Take crew.
Charger
The Chargers are a professional American football team based in Los Angeles, California. They are a member of the American Football Conference (AFC) West division. They are mentioned in this episode for their popularity among the Part of My Take crew.
Big Hat
Big Hat is a nickname for one of the members of the Part of My Take crew. He is known for his large hat and his stylish clothing. He is mentioned in this episode for his fashion sense.
Flannel
A flannel is a type of soft, woven fabric that is often used to make shirts, jackets, and pajamas. It is known for its warmth and its durability. It is mentioned in this episode for its popularity among the Part of My Take crew.
Mopeds
A moped is a small, motorized bicycle that is typically powered by a small engine. It is known for its fuel efficiency and its ease of use. It is mentioned in this episode for its association with the Hell's Angels.
Rascal Scooters
Rascal Scooters are a brand of mobility scooters that are designed for people with limited mobility. They are known for their ease of use and their ability to navigate tight spaces. They are mentioned in this episode for their association with the Hell's Angels.
Chopper
A chopper is a type of motorcycle that is characterized by its long front forks, its low seat height, and its lack of fenders. It is often associated with the Hell's Angels. It is mentioned in this episode for its association with the Hell's Angels.
Adam Thielen
Adam Thielen is an American professional football player who plays wide receiver for the Minnesota Vikings. He is known for his reliable hands and his ability to make tough catches. He is mentioned in this episode for his performance at the American Century Championship.
Sleeper
A sleeper is a person or thing that is unexpectedly successful or talented. It is mentioned in this episode for its association with Adam Thielen's performance at the American Century Championship.
Iron
An iron is a type of golf club that is used to hit the ball a short distance with a high trajectory. It is mentioned in this episode for its association with Adam Thielen's performance at the American Century Championship.
Driver
A driver is a type of golf club that is used to hit the ball a long distance with a low trajectory. It is mentioned in this episode for its association with Adam Thielen's performance at the American Century Championship.
Hell's Angels
The Hell's Angels Motorcycle Club is a motorcycle club that was founded in 1948 in Fontana, California. It is known for its outlaw biker culture and its association with violence and crime. It is mentioned in this episode for its association with David Wells's mother.
Q&A
What is David Wells's take on the evolution of baseball, particularly the shift and the use of analytics?
David Wells criticizes the reliance on analytics, arguing that players should learn to play the game themselves. He also shares his thoughts on the banning of the shift, arguing that hitters should be able to adjust to it.
What is David Wells's favorite city to play and why?
David Wells's favorite city to play is Detroit. He credits Sparky Anderson, the manager of the Detroit Tigers, for his love of the city and for the knowledge he gained from him.
What is David Wells's relationship with umpires like?
David Wells describes his relationship with umpires as mostly negative. He shares his most hated umpire, Out Clark, and discusses his altercations with Kenny Kaiser.
What are David Wells's thoughts on robot umpires?
David Wells acknowledges that replay gets calls right most of the time, but he believes that it takes away from the human element of the game.
What is David Wells's most prized possession?
David Wells's most prized possession is a baseball signed by Babe Ruth, Hank Aaron, and Barry Bonds.
What is the Pardon Your Take segment about in this episode?
The Pardon Your Take segment discusses a hypothetical scenario: would you rather have to get a tattoo of your rival team every time they win a championship or have hope every year till getting bounced on the first round of the playoffs and have a two early championship tattoo not paying out?
What is the Pardon Your Take segment about in this episode?
The Pardon Your Take segment discusses the possibility of the NFL introducing CFL pre-stamp motion rules to allow receivers to take running starts.
What is the Pardon Your Take segment about in this episode?
The Pardon Your Take segment discusses which moment in sports history they would choose to live out. PFT chooses Jesse Owens winning gold medals in Hitler's face, while Hank chooses the 1980 Olympic hockey team.
What is the Pardon Your Take segment about in this episode?
The Pardon Your Take segment discusses the disappearing teammate ass lap celebration in sports. They debate which sport has the highest amount of ass laps and whether it's a good or bad thing.
Show Notes
We’re live from Tahoe for Chill Week and we’re chilling with the boys. Mike Gundy made all the headlines Tuesday and we talk a little soccer (00:00 :00-00:13:31 ). We then read a headline of a restaurant in trouble for boofing margaritas (00:13 :31-00:18:38 ). Hot Seat/Cool Throne including Keegan Bradley being named Ryder Cup Captain and Hank not understanding the importance of a backup bagel (00:18 :38-00:37:41 ). Mt Rushmore of worst situations to have to take a dump (00:37 :41-00:59:37 ). 21 year MLB pitcher David Wells joins the show to talk about his career, his mom being in Hells Angels, the time he almost kicked George Steinbrenner’s ass, his perfect game hungover and more (00:59 :37-01:53:57 ). We finish with listener submitted Pardon Your Takes (01:53 :57-02:05:01 ).
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