ÜBER DIESE EPISODE
0:18 – Chris Horwedel and Greg Crone open the show discussing the Phillies’ recent surge, the “new manager bump,” Don Mattingly’s interim success, and the team climbing back over .500.
2:31 – Chris previews his upcoming international trip before the hosts drift into a long pop culture discussion about Lost, why so few stars emerged from the iconic series, and memorable characters like John Locke and Charlie.
5:51 – The hosts explore actors who secretly front bands or play music professionally, including Dominic Monaghan, Jack Black and Tenacious D, Jared Leto, Keanu Reeves, Russell Crowe, Kevin Costner, Billy Bob Thornton, and other celebrity musicians.
15:15 – PGA Championship recap covers Aaron Rai’s major victory, his dramatic tournament-clinching putt, the historic significance of the win for English golfers, reactions around the golf world, and the perks that come with winning a major championship.
20:36 – Golf memorabilia talk includes Padraig Harrington, Seamus Power, Rory McIlroy autograph prices, notable Irish golfers, LIV Golf’s uncertain future, Brooks Koepka, Bryson DeChambeau’s YouTube success, and the growing popularity of golf content creators online.
30:14 – Greg reveals his unexpected obsession with mini golf YouTube channels before the conversation shifts into Bryson DeChambeau’s viral golf videos, celebrity golf content, and social media golf culture.
34:37 – Netflix’s MMA debut and Jake Paul’s MVP promotion are reviewed, including Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, Francis Ngannou’s quick knockout victory, low attendance concerns, production quality issues, and whether the promotion can realistically succeed long-term.
42:35 – Streaming and TV recommendations segment covers Tires, Arrested Development, The Office, The Night Agent, Pop Culture Jeopardy hosted by Colin Jost, and upcoming streaming releases the hosts are excited about.
47:58 – NBA Playoff discussion examines Cavaliers vs. Pistons, James Harden’s postseason inconsistency, the Knicks’ path through the Eastern Conference, Oklahoma City’s dynasty potential, Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs’ young core, and debates around NBA draft success stories.
54:55 – Reddit algorithms, soccer fandom, Leicester City, Wrexham, West Ham, Harry Winks, and bizarre online recommendations become the focus as the hosts discuss football culture and random internet rabbit holes.
58:36 – Phillies conversation returns with Brandon Marsh’s batting average regression, Zack Wheeler’s form, Ranger Suárez and Jesús Luzardo stabilizing the rotation, Andrew Painter’s development, and the Phillies’ World Series chances.
1:05:41 – MLB labor concerns, Paul Skenes’ future with Pittsburgh, baseball lockout fears, salary cap debates, financial inequality in sports, and Championship League spending rules are analyzed in a broader sports business discussion.
1:11:51 – Chris and Greg wrap up the episode by teasing future conversations, more sports talk, and additional pop culture debates before Chris heads overseas.
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