Hour 3 – Joel Embiid Thinks He’s Hated, White Sox Historically Bad
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The podcast begins with introductions from Amy Robock and TJ Holmes, promoting their show "Amy and TJ Pocket" and a new segment called "T from Perry," focusing on the 2024 Paris Games. Sarah Spain then introduces her podcast "Good Game," dedicated to women's sports, celebrating, debating, and dissecting the stories and rivalries within the sport. Dan Patrick and his co-hosts discuss Joel Embiid's claim of being the most hated player in the NBA, debating the validity of this claim and considering other players like LeBron James and Kevin Durant. The show transitions to discussing the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, with Dan Patrick introducing a new poll question asking listeners to choose between rugby and cricket. Dan Patrick reveals an embarrassing sporting event he witnessed, a soccer match with a lengthy VAR review. The show shifts to a discussion about NFL coach firing odds, with Dan Patrick, Todd, and Paulie making their predictions. A caller defends Joel Embiid against criticism, arguing that his decision to play for the USA is not a betrayal of his home country. The discussion returns to the topic of the most hated NBA player, with the hosts agreeing that Ben Simmons is a strong contender. A caller suggests Russell Westbrook as a potential candidate, citing his on-court antics and perceived lack of intelligence. Another caller nominates Kyrie Irving and Dylan Brooks as disliked players, with the hosts discussing their reasons for disliking them. A caller expresses disappointment with Kevin Durant's decision to join the Golden State Warriors, stating it diminished his respect for the player. Dan Patrick expresses his dread for the upcoming Friday show, hinting at potential chaos and a lack of control. Seaton shares his experience attending a Blink 182 concert, describing the band's performance and the unexpected encore. The hosts discuss Sammy Hagar's successful tequila brand, Cabo Wobbler, and the significant profit he made from selling it. The show concludes with a segment on "This Day in Sports History," highlighting notable events from various sports, including the first intercollegiate billiards match, Pete Rose's consecutive base hit record, and Rosanne Barr's controversial national anthem performance.
Outlines
Sports News and Discussion
The podcast begins with introductions from Amy Robock and TJ Holmes, promoting their show "Amy and TJ Pocket" and a new segment called "T from Perry," focusing on the 2024 Paris Games. Sarah Spain then introduces her podcast "Good Game," dedicated to women's sports, celebrating, debating, and dissecting the stories and rivalries within the sport.
Most Hated NBA Player Debate
Dan Patrick and his co-hosts discuss Joel Embiid's claim of being the most hated player in the NBA, debating the validity of this claim and considering other players like LeBron James and Kevin Durant.
Olympic Games and Sports Poll
The show transitions to discussing the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris, with Dan Patrick introducing a new poll question asking listeners to choose between rugby and cricket.
Embarrassing Sporting Event and NFL Coach Firing Odds
Dan Patrick reveals an embarrassing sporting event he witnessed, a soccer match with a lengthy VAR review. The show shifts to a discussion about NFL coach firing odds, with Dan Patrick, Todd, and Paulie making their predictions.
NBA Player Controversies and Debates
A caller defends Joel Embiid against criticism, arguing that his decision to play for the USA is not a betrayal of his home country. The discussion returns to the topic of the most hated NBA player, with the hosts agreeing that Ben Simmons is a strong contender. A caller suggests Russell Westbrook as a potential candidate, citing his on-court antics and perceived lack of intelligence. Another caller nominates Kyrie Irving and Dylan Brooks as disliked players, with the hosts discussing their reasons for disliking them. A caller expresses disappointment with Kevin Durant's decision to join the Golden State Warriors, stating it diminished his respect for the player.
Friday Show Dread and Blink 182 Concert Experience
Dan Patrick expresses his dread for the upcoming Friday show, hinting at potential chaos and a lack of control. Seaton shares his experience attending a Blink 182 concert, describing the band's performance and the unexpected encore.
Sammy Hagar's Tequila Success and This Day in Sports History
The hosts discuss Sammy Hagar's successful tequila brand, Cabo Wobbler, and the significant profit he made from selling it. The show concludes with a segment on "This Day in Sports History," highlighting notable events from various sports, including the first intercollegiate billiards match, Pete Rose's consecutive base hit record, and Rosanne Barr's controversial national anthem performance.
Keywords
T from Perry
A new segment on the "Amy and TJ Pocket" podcast, focusing on providing information and insights about the 2024 Paris Games.
Good Game
A podcast hosted by Sarah Spain, dedicated to covering women's sports. The show aims to celebrate, debate, and dissect the stories and rivalries within the sport.
Joel Embiid
A center for the Philadelphia 76ers, known for his dominant play and outspoken personality. He recently claimed he might be the most hated player in the NBA.
LeBron James
A legendary NBA player, widely considered one of the greatest of all time. He is often subject to criticism and dislike due to his success and outspoken nature.
Kevin Durant
A highly skilled NBA player, known for his scoring prowess and controversial social media presence. He has been criticized for his perceived lack of leadership and his decision to join the Golden State Warriors.
VAR
Video Assistant Referee, a technology used in soccer to review controversial calls and provide assistance to the referee. It is often criticized for its lengthy review process and potential to disrupt the flow of the game.
Blink 182
A popular pop-punk band, known for their energetic live performances and hit songs like "All the Small Things" and "What's My Age Again?"
Cabo Wobbler
A tequila brand founded by Sammy Hagar, a former lead singer of Van Halen. It was a successful venture, with Hagar selling the brand for a significant profit.
Casamigos
A tequila brand co-founded by George Clooney, known for its high quality and celebrity endorsement. It was sold for a billion dollars to a British company.
Q&A
What is the main focus of the "Amy and TJ Pocket" podcast?
The podcast focuses on providing information and insights about the 2024 Paris Games, with a new segment called "T from Perry."
What is the main theme of Sarah Spain's podcast "Good Game"?
"Good Game" is dedicated to covering women's sports, celebrating, debating, and dissecting the stories and rivalries within the sport.
Why does Dan Patrick believe Joel Embiid might be the most hated player in the NBA?
Dan Patrick believes Embiid might be the most hated player because he recently claimed he might be, and the hosts are debating the validity of this claim.
What are the two sports that Dan Patrick's poll question asks listeners to choose between?
The poll question asks listeners to choose between rugby and cricket, two sports they least understand.
What sporting event did Dan Patrick find embarrassing to watch?
Dan Patrick found a soccer match with a lengthy VAR review embarrassing to watch, as he felt it disrupted the flow of the game.
What is the main topic of discussion regarding NFL coaches?
The hosts are discussing the odds of which NFL coach is most likely to be fired first during the season.
What is the caller's main argument in defense of Joel Embiid?
The caller defends Embiid against criticism he received on ESPN, arguing that he is not a "metal chaser" and that his decision to play for the USA is not a betrayal of his home country.
Why do the hosts believe Ben Simmons might be the most hated NBA player?
The hosts believe Simmons might be the most hated player due to his perceived lack of effort and controversial behavior, despite not currently playing in the NBA.
What are the caller's reasons for suggesting Russell Westbrook as a hateable player?
The caller suggests Westbrook as a hateable player due to his on-court antics and perceived lack of intelligence, despite acknowledging his talent.
Show Notes
Dan addresses Joel Embiid’s contention that he is the most hated player in the NBA. And he couldn’t help watching the train wreck that is the Chicago White Sox who are already 50 games under .500.
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