The Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz

Today on Good Follow, Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick get behind Paige Bueckers standing on business with the media’s obsession with her relationship with Azzi Fudd. Why did the Dallas Wings get involved? Next, they share an update on Rickea Jackson and the situation she is in with ex-boyfriend James Pearce Jr. What can fans do to support Rickea? Then, Good Follow makes their DraftKings Pick of the Week. Lastly, A’ja Wilson reveals the inspiration for her media look. Are the X-Men true Marvel Characters? What is A’ja’s new nickname? How is Chennedy Carter settling into the Aces’ training camp? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I would rather die." JuJu is disgusted by what the crew did with their ears, but that won't stop him from delivering a Joker of the Day, his Thursday Thunder picks, and some hot takes on tonight's NBA Playoffs. Plus, Dan has a theory about The Polls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"That's a shot cock violation." Zaslow debates whether to attend a Guns N' Roses concert tonight, Jeremy takes a shot while Chris pokes fun at the logo of his new Marlins TV show, and Tony relives the moment he saved Wayne Newton's life. Plus, Jeremy and Chris stick around for this week's episode of The Pitch Clock as Ethan puts them to the test in a new form of trivia involving the best HR hitters of this century. Adnan Virk is here to break down all things Boston Red Sox, Philadelphia Phillies, and Munetaka Murakami. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"EVERYBODY CALM DOWN!" Is it valid to defend sports analysts against the 'You never played' argument against athletes if you can't even sit in a chair? Plus, Zas and Roy use wax candles to retrieve wax from their ears, LeBron may do something that's never been done before, and Victor Wembanyama is better than all of us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"WHY ARE ALL OF THESE SCIENTISTS DYING?" David issues a ruling on some of the strange in-office decorum, and it leaves Tony needing a break from the show. Plus, David has strong feelings on Michael Yormark's potential appointment at the University of Miami, ABS in MLB, the Boston Red Sox, the World Cup, the end of LIV Golf, and sex cults. Sex cults? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I found a rock-hard Starburst." Tony's day gets off to a tough start when Dan catches him flossing his teeth just before the show, and Zas admits he's scared of Q-tips. Also, with Ty Simpson going to the Los Angeles Rams earlier than expected, the show debates the merits of taking QBs early in the draft while your franchise QB is still around. Today's cast: Dan Le Batard, Jonathan Zaslow, Chris Cote, Jeremy Tache, Mike Ryan, Roy Bellamy, and Tony Calatayud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Neal Brennan has never been afraid to share his thoughts on any topic... including his unfiltered opinions on Dan. Dan Le Batard always looks forward to getting together with his friend, Neal Brennan, the multi-hyphenate comedian, writer, director, producer, and podcast host ("Blocks with Neal Brennan")... even though he's a little scared of the advice Neal shares on how to be creative in an ever-changing industry, maintaining the highest work ethic and standards even after all this time, and oh yeah, not annoying everyone in the process. They also talk about why Kevin Durant is an all-time (misunderstood) great, Dave Chappelle's continued influence, and the comedy greats of today. Watch, listen, and subscribe to "Blocks with Neal Brennan". Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Am I a good boy?" Dan's dog is actually here in the studio, so while Dan lies on the floor and pets him, Zaslow and JuJu lead our Postgame Show with our Burn of the Day from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and today's Polls and Post-Show Awards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I've never seen the show!" Jessica is here to discuss Younghoe Koo's heroics, the NCAA Tournament expansion, and Mike Tomlin's explanation for leaving the Steelers before Zaslow asks about Euphoria, his new favorite show that he's never actually seen. Also, how should we handle the new Michael Jackson movie and the Hulk Hogan documentary? Dan's dog has some suggestions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Tilapia is a dirty fish." Donald Trump and Russell Brand each had strange television moments in response to separate rape accusations, and they led to expert TV moments by Norah O'Donnell and Piers Morgan. Also, Late Night TV may be over with the end of Stephen Colbert, NASCAR drivers are athletes, and we introduce the show to a new character: Dan's Dog's Inner Monologue. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You could win a championship if he were healthy..." After Dan issues his threat against his alma mater, the crew discusses their disdain for watching the three-point chucking Boston Celtics and why the Philadelphia 76ers may no longer be Joel Embiid's team despite his stellar night. Plus, how would YOU feel if TMZ were sending photographers into YOUR private life? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Can you call it a mansion if you can't afford a sofa?" Did you watch the Miami Marlins and Janson Junk outduel Shohei Ohtani last night? Zas didn't, but that's because he was switching back and forth between the NBA and the NHL Playoffs from his cuck chair, rather than his uncomfortable leather couch. Also, as Dan rails against Greg's apology to the Dolphins over their 1st round pick, Chris leads the group on a search for the best items you'll find in a junk drawer. Today's cast: Dan Le Batard, Greg Cote, Jonathan Zaslow, Chris Cote, Jeremy Tache, Mike Ryan, Roy Bellamy, and Tony Calatayud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The NBA is getting SPICY and Juju & Trysta are breaking it all down on Alley Oop. From the wild McDaniels vs Jokic moment after a 30-point Wolves blowout (was that layup disrespect or just basketball?) to the Deni Avdija vs Stephon Castle shove that had tempers flaring, this episode is PACKED with chaos. They also dive into: The Houston Rockets and what’s going wrong Lu Dort’s physical play — is he crossing the line? Are the Blazers officially DONE? Scoot Henderson’s rough performance and what it means The growing tension across the league late in the season Athletes dating celebrities — distraction or part of the game? The Knicks hitting Magic City wings (yes, really) Celtics vs 76ers and what it tells us about the East This is peak late-season NBA energy — chippy, emotional, and unpredictable. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"You were of age, Carl." The entire crew's mind is blown by learning what year Carl Winslow would have been born if Family Matters had premiered today. We also deliver some NBA-themed Against the Spread picks and learn more about the 'interesting' offers Zaslow has received from random strangers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"Let's get it." Paige Bueckers has addressed the media regarding her relationship with her new teammate and No. 1 overall pick Azzi Fudd. Is it fair expect privacy when your workplace relationship is in the public eye? Then, Dan hears the great sound from yesterday's show of Zion Young and Eric DeCosta for the first time, 8-seeds are performing better than ever in the NBA, and Amin can't believe Greg Cote is apologizing for his Miami Dolphins NFL Draft reaction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"That's the NHL Playoffs, babe." Tony and Mike, the Talladega Twins™️, have returned with stories from their experience with THE WATERMELON MAN. Plus, while the media all focus on the negativity surrounding NBA storylines like Nikola Jokic, the Pistons, the Knicks, or Kevin Durant, why can't we focus on the excellence of the Thunder? But speaking of negative, was Greg right about Connor McOverrated?!?!?!? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"What are people incentivized to do?" Pablo Torre is smart, so we have to outsource to him for some expertise on new stories on Brendan Sorsby getting help for a sports gambling addiction, the latest charges against Terry Rozier and Damon Jones, journalists selling out for clicks, the intricacies of being a sports insider, and, most importantly, which soup is preferable to have thrown on you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I don't want any of that snake oil dropping on me." Miami Heat President Pat Riley held his annual postseason press conference, and it left Dan with a feeling he had never had before when listening to Riley. Was this the same old or the old same? Also, Zaslow is infuriated by reports that Michael Yormark could be the next Athletic Director at the University of Miami, and he resorts to name-calling. Today's cast: Dan Le Batard, Jonathan Zaslow, Chris Cote, Amin Elhassan, Jeremy Tache, Mike Ryan, and Tony Calatayud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I'll be damned if I go to the baseball field with a pocket full of baseballs." JuJu joins the show with a perfect way to recap today's show: the Top 5 Dumb Unwritten Rules, the Top 5 People Who Didn't Want No Smoke, his Show Awards, and the results of today's polls. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"We had a black President?" Angel Reese, Jalen Duren, Wendell Carter Jr., Megan Thee Stallion, Klay Thompson, Jacob Elordi, Sydney Sweeney, and Zendaya are the stars of this hour. So is Diego Pavia, but it didn't really feel like he belonged on this list. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices