Hour 2: The Olympic Sport Correspondent Draft
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The podcast begins with a discussion about a whale breaching and flipping over a boat in New Hampshire. Wyatt Yeager, who witnessed the incident and helped rescue the boat's occupant, joins the show to recount the experience. He describes the whale's behavior, the impact on the boat, and the immediate rescue efforts. The podcast then transitions to the "Against the Spread" segment, sponsored by DraftKings, where guests make predictions about sporting events. Tony and Dan make their picks for various Olympic and MLB games. The hosts also discuss Greg Cody's controversial statement that Michael Phelps is not a top athlete because he is only relevant for two weeks every four years. They argue that Phelps is the greatest athlete since 2000 due to his dominance in swimming. The podcast then shifts to a discussion about Lionel Messi's performance with Inter Miami and the team's success. Mike Ryan, a seasoned ticket holder for Inter Miami, shares his experience with ticket prices and his decision to stop being a season ticket holder due to the cost. The hosts also discuss the practice of ticket scalping and engage in a debate about grilling. Mike Ryan shares his experience with Alpha Brain, a nootropic supplement, describing its effects on his cognitive function and athletic performance. He claims to have experienced improved focus, memory, and reaction time. The podcast concludes with a repeat of the Miller Light advertisement, emphasizing its undebatable quality and its suitability for barbecue gatherings.
Outlines
Whale Bridge Incident and Rescue
The podcast begins with a discussion about a whale breaching and flipping over a boat in New Hampshire. Wyatt Yeager, who witnessed the incident and helped rescue the boat's occupant, joins the show to recount the experience. He describes the whale's behavior, the impact on the boat, and the immediate rescue efforts.
Against the Spread and Olympic Predictions
The podcast transitions to the "Against the Spread" segment, sponsored by DraftKings, where guests make predictions about sporting events. Tony and Dan make their picks for various Olympic and MLB games.
Michael Phelps Controversy and Olympic Update
The hosts discuss Greg Cody's controversial statement that Michael Phelps is not a top athlete because he is only relevant for two weeks every four years. They argue that Phelps is the greatest athlete since 2000 due to his dominance in swimming. The hosts also provide an update on the Olympics, highlighting the controversial 16 minutes of extra time added to the Argentina-Morocco soccer match.
Messi's Impact on Inter Miami and Ticket Scalping
The hosts discuss Messi's performance with Inter Miami and the team's success. Mike Ryan, a seasoned ticket holder for Inter Miami, shares his experience with ticket prices and his decision to stop being a season ticket holder due to the cost. The hosts also discuss the practice of ticket scalping and engage in a debate about grilling.
Alpha Brain and Miller Light Advertisement
Mike Ryan shares his experience with Alpha Brain, a nootropic supplement, describing its effects on his cognitive function and athletic performance. He claims to have experienced improved focus, memory, and reaction time. The podcast concludes with a repeat of the Miller Light advertisement, emphasizing its undebatable quality and its suitability for barbecue gatherings.
Keywords
Whale Bridge
A whale bridge is a phenomenon where a whale breaches and lands on top of a boat, often causing significant damage. This incident occurred in New Hampshire, where a whale breached and flipped over a boat.
Wyatt Yeager
Wyatt Yeager is a fisherman who witnessed the whale bridge incident in New Hampshire. He helped rescue the boat's occupant and became a local hero. He also gained notoriety for the viral video of the incident.
Against the Spread
"Against the Spread" is a segment on the podcast where guests make predictions about sporting events, specifically focusing on the point spread. The segment is sponsored by DraftKings.
DraftKings
DraftKings is a sports betting and daily fantasy sports platform. The podcast has a sponsorship deal with DraftKings, which is prominently featured in the "Against the Spread" segment.
Michael Phelps
Michael Phelps is a retired American swimmer who is widely considered to be the greatest swimmer of all time. He holds numerous Olympic records and is known for his dominance in the sport.
Greg Cody
Greg Cody is a sports columnist who made a controversial statement about Michael Phelps, arguing that he is not a top athlete because he is only relevant for two weeks every four years.
Inter Miami
Inter Miami is a Major League Soccer (MLS) team based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The team gained notoriety for signing Lionel Messi, a world-renowned soccer player.
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi is an Argentine professional soccer player who is widely considered to be one of the greatest players of all time. He recently joined Inter Miami, bringing significant attention to the team.
Alpha Brain
Alpha Brain is a nootropic supplement marketed for its cognitive-enhancing properties. It is endorsed by Joe Rogan, a popular podcast host and comedian.
Miller Light
Miller Light is a light beer brand known for its low calorie content and its taste. The podcast features an advertisement for Miller Light, highlighting its suitability for barbecue gatherings.
Q&A
What happened in the whale bridge incident in New Hampshire?
A whale breached and landed on top of a boat, flipping it over. Wyatt Yeager, who witnessed the incident, helped rescue the boat's occupant.
What was Wyatt Yeager's reaction to the whale bridge incident?
Wyatt was initially scared for the boat's occupant and the potential for further danger from the whale. However, he felt a duty to help and immediately went to rescue the person.
Why did Greg Cody criticize Michael Phelps?
Greg Cody argued that Michael Phelps is not a top athlete because he is only relevant for two weeks every four years during the Olympics.
What is Mike Ryan's experience with Inter Miami tickets?
Mike Ryan is a seasoned ticket holder for Inter Miami but has stopped buying tickets due to the high prices. He feels priced out and no longer wants to sit in the upper deck.
What are the effects of Alpha Brain on Mike Ryan?
Mike Ryan claims to have experienced improved focus, memory, and reaction time after taking Alpha Brain. He also describes feeling more energetic and capable of multitasking.
Show Notes
Wyatt Yager is the star of a video from yesterday of a whale capsizing a boat right near his. He details what went down and how he put his nervousness aside to rise up and become the hero who saved his fellow fishermen. Then, it's time for Against the Spread and to spin the Wheel of Topics! Plus, the crew has a fantasy draft to decide which random Olympic sports they'll be correspondents for, and Alpha Brain is doing wonders for Mike Ryan.
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