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Hour 2: Keeping Up with the Joneses

Hour 2: Keeping Up with the Joneses

Update: 2024-08-28
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The episode begins with a discussion about Asia Wilson's impressive performance in basketball, including her third 40-point game. Despite her efforts, the Aces lost to the Dallas Wings, leading to a debate about whether this loss is a bad sign for the Aces. The conversation then shifts to Jerry Jones's role as the Dallas Cowboys' GM, with the panel debating whether he's been a "great" GM, questioning his ability to create a championship-winning culture and pointing to the Cowboys' lack of recent success. The discussion then turns to baseball, with the panel comparing the impressive seasons of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. They discuss Judge's home run record and Ohtani's unique ability to both pitch and hit at an elite level. The panel then discusses the Yankees' World Series chances, with Stephen A. expressing concerns about their pitching. He believes that their reliance on hitting could be a problem in the postseason, where pitching is crucial. The panel then discusses their predictions for the MLB playoffs, with Stephen A. highlighting the Mets' struggles and the Braves' strong performance. They also express their desire for a Yankees-Dodgers World Series, believing it would be a highly entertaining matchup. The segment shifts to college football, with Stephen A. criticizing Nick Saban for overhyping Florida State. He argues that Saban's comments are biased and that Florida State is not a top-five team. The panel then discusses Mike Tomlin's decision to keep the Steelers' starting quarterback a secret. They argue that Tomlin should be more transparent and announce Russell Wilson as the starter, as it's clear that he will be the one leading the team. The panel discusses Yannick Sinner's failed steroid tests and the tennis federation's decision not to suspend him. They criticize the inconsistency of the policy, comparing it to the harsher penalties given to other athletes who have tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs. The segment concludes with a lighthearted discussion about LeBron James's potential nicknames for his son, Bronny. The panel suggests various options, including "Two Three," "Braw," and "Goat."

Outlines

00:00:00
Asia Wilson's Dominance and the Aces' Loss & Jerry Jones's GM Tenure: Great or Complacent?

The segment begins with a discussion about Asia Wilson's impressive performance, including her third 40-point game. Despite her efforts, the Aces lost to the Dallas Wings. The conversation then shifts to whether this loss is a bad sign for the Aces, with Stephen A. arguing that it's not a cause for concern. The discussion turns to Jerry Jones's role as the Dallas Cowboys' GM. While acknowledging Jones's success in accumulating talent, the panel debates whether he's been a \"great\" GM, questioning his ability to create a championship-winning culture and pointing to the Cowboys' lack of recent success.

00:14:28
Judge vs. Ohtani: Who's Having the More Impressive Season? & Yankees' World Series Chances and Pitching Concerns

The conversation shifts to baseball, with the panel comparing the impressive seasons of Aaron Judge and Shohei Ohtani. They discuss Judge's home run record and Ohtani's unique ability to both pitch and hit at an elite level. The panel discusses the Yankees' World Series chances, with Stephen A. expressing concerns about their pitching. He believes that their reliance on hitting could be a problem in the postseason, where pitching is crucial.

00:21:33
MLB Playoff Predictions and the Importance of a Yankees-Dodgers World Series & Nick Saban's Overhyped Florida State and the Importance of Objectivity

The panel discusses their predictions for the MLB playoffs, with Stephen A. highlighting the Mets' struggles and the Braves' strong performance. They also express their desire for a Yankees-Dodgers World Series, believing it would be a highly entertaining matchup. The segment shifts to college football, with Stephen A. criticizing Nick Saban for overhyping Florida State. He argues that Saban's comments are biased and that Florida State is not a top-five team.

00:27:34
Mike Tomlin's QB Decision and the Importance of Transparency & Yannick Sinner's Steroid Test and Tennis's Inconsistent Policy

The panel discusses Mike Tomlin's decision to keep the Steelers' starting quarterback a secret. They argue that Tomlin should be more transparent and announce Russell Wilson as the starter, as it's clear that he will be the one leading the team. The panel discusses Yannick Sinner's failed steroid tests and the tennis federation's decision not to suspend him. They criticize the inconsistency of the policy, comparing it to the harsher penalties given to other athletes who have tested positive for performance-enhancing drugs.

00:36:42
LeBron James's Nicknames for Bronny

The segment concludes with a lighthearted discussion about LeBron James's potential nicknames for his son, Bronny. The panel suggests various options, including \"Two Three,\" \"Braw,\" and \"Goat.\"

Keywords

Asia Wilson


Asia Wilson is a professional basketball player for the Las Vegas Aces. She is known for her exceptional scoring ability and has recently had multiple 40-point games.

Jerry Jones


Jerry Jones is the owner and general manager of the Dallas Cowboys. He has been in charge of the team for over 30 years and has been praised for his ability to acquire talent but criticized for his lack of recent success.

Shohei Ohtani


Shohei Ohtani is a professional baseball player for the Los Angeles Angels. He is known for his unique ability to both pitch and hit at an elite level, making him one of the most exciting players in the sport.

MLB Playoffs


The MLB Playoffs are a series of postseason games that determine the Major League Baseball World Series champion. The playoffs involve the top teams from each league, with the winner of the World Series being crowned the champion.

Nick Saban


Nick Saban is the head coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide football team. He is considered one of the most successful coaches in college football history, having won multiple national championships.

Mike Tomlin


Mike Tomlin is the head coach of the Pittsburgh Steelers. He has been in charge of the team since 2007 and has led them to multiple playoff appearances.

Yannick Sinner


Yannick Sinner is a professional tennis player from Italy. He is currently ranked among the top players in the world and has won multiple ATP titles.

Steroid Policy


A steroid policy is a set of rules and regulations that govern the use of performance-enhancing drugs in a particular sport. These policies typically involve testing athletes for steroids and imposing penalties on those who test positive.

Q&A

  • What is Stephen A.'s main concern about the Yankees' World Series chances?

    Stephen A. is concerned about the Yankees' pitching, believing that their reliance on hitting could be a problem in the postseason, where pitching is crucial.

  • What is Stephen A.'s criticism of Nick Saban's comments about Florida State?

    Stephen A. believes that Saban's comments about Florida State are biased and that he is overhyping the team. He argues that Florida State is not a top-five team and that Saban's comments are based on his personal feelings rather than objective analysis.

  • Why does the panel believe that Mike Tomlin should announce Russell Wilson as the Steelers' starting quarterback?

    The panel believes that Tomlin should be more transparent and announce Wilson as the starter, as it's clear that he will be the one leading the team. They argue that keeping the decision a secret is unnecessary and that it could even be detrimental to the team's preparation.

  • What is the panel's main criticism of the tennis federation's decision not to suspend Yannick Sinner?

    The panel criticizes the inconsistency of the tennis federation's steroid policy, arguing that Sinner should have been suspended for two years, as per the policy. They believe that the decision to let him play sends a message that the policy is not taken seriously and that it undermines the integrity of the sport.

Show Notes

Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo and Kimberley A. Martin debate whether Jerry Jones has been a great GM for the Dallas Cowboys. Who's had the most impressive season in the MLB: Aaron Judge or Shohei Ohtani? They discuss Lamar Jackson and where he ranks heading into the NFL season. Last but certainly not least, Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week.

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Hour 2: Keeping Up with the Joneses

Hour 2: Keeping Up with the Joneses

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose