SVP & Russillo has relaunched as a podcast. SportsCenter's Scott Van Pelt has reunited with his former radio co-host and ESPN personality Ryen Russillo where they discuss what's on their minds in the sports world, give listeners advice, talk with athletes and just have lot of fun. Who leads the show? Will Ryen create a new feature that others will soon steal? Can SVP book big name guests? Tune in and find out.
Make Gum That Lasts
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss all the top storylines from Week 7 of the NFL season. First, recapping the convincing 41-31 Ravens win over the Buccaneers. Lamar Jackson looks like an MVP again, Derrick Henry keeps dominating and Baltimore looks like the best team in the league. But the Chiefs still have a case, improving to 6-0 while San Francisco is hanging on by a thread. Then the dreaded Pooptown… NYG, CAR, LV, TEN, CLE, NE, NO, welcome/good to see you again! Plus, gum power rankings, the Lions may be the best team in the NFC, the Bills are still scary, and are the Steelers good?
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10/22/2024 • 1 hour, 26 minutes, 9 seconds
Bentley's is Always Open
SVP and Stanford Steve are here to recap another week of college football packed full of thrilling storylines. Georgia dominated the number one team in the country, what does this mean going forward? Tennessee, who looked incomplete yet again, got it done at home over Alabama, and Miami survived a thriller at Louisville. Plus, Army, Navy and Indiana continue to dominate, the latest in a wild Big 12 conference, Brady Cook’s eventful day, Maryland’s upset in the Snake Pit and more! | SVPod
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10/20/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 17 seconds
Plug it in!
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss all the happenings in Week 6 of the NFL season. Who are the newest residents of the dreaded Pooptown? Sorry Browns fans, you may be there awhile. Plus, thoughts on the Davante Adams trade, if the Ravens are the best team in the league, the pecking order in the NFC North and South, and an extensive MNF recap.
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10/15/2024 • 59 minutes, 38 seconds
As Advertised
SVP is joined by Stanford Steve from an airport to break down one of the most chaotic college football Saturdays in recent memory. Starting with the thriller in Eugene, the Ducks found a way and knocked off Ohio State. But was that the best B1G game of the day? Because Penn State’s comeback win over USC was pretty great, too. Later, the pair discuss LSU’s wild OT win over Ole Miss in Death Valley and how it felt inevitable. Alabama and Tennessee each survived but it wasn’t pretty, setting the stage for a highly intriguing Third Saturday in October next weekend. Texas flexed, Iowa State, Pitt, Clemson, Vandy & Army kept rolling, and Steve has a moment to enjoy the Mets NLDS win over the Phillies.
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10/13/2024 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 45 seconds
Glitter Freckles
SVP and Stanford Steve are discussing all the happenings in NFL Week 5, starting with the Chiefs dominant win over the Saints. The Jets fired Robert Saleh, is it the right move? Plus, the Browns are the mayors of Pooptown, the Texans had a big win, the 49ers are not closing out games, the Commanders continue to roll and are the Bengals done? Also, Stanford Steve and Taylor Swift are now best friends and SVP reflects on his first pitch experience in Camden Yards.
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10/8/2024 • 1 hour, 18 minutes, 36 seconds
The Week Before October 12
SVP is going solo to recap an action-packed CFB Week 6 slate that featured major upsets and ended with an unbelievable comeback. Starting with Miami… how did the Canes pull that off? Alabama and Tennessee suffered extremely disappointing losses as goalposts ended up in the Cumberland River and Hog Country went wild. Plus, a trio of defenses dominated, Ashton Jeanty went off AGAIN, shoutout to Army, Navy, Pitt & Indiana and how about a perfect week for Winners?!?
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10/6/2024 • 46 minutes, 26 seconds
They might be good
SVP and Stanford Steve are recapping all the action in NFL Week 4, starting with the MNF doubleheader. Titans finally got one in the win column as the Dolphins continue to struggle without Tua. The Lions got it done in a shootout, and the Seahawks looked good in defeat. Plus, the newest members of Pooptown, thoughts on the Chiefs and Vikings 4-0 starts, and the Commanders… they might be good. Lastly, SVP is headed to Camden Yards to throw out the first pitch!
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10/1/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 17 seconds
Recapping a thrilling CFB Week 5 slate
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down all the happenings in CFB Week 5, starting with the thriller in Tuscaloosa. Georgia fought for 60 but came up just short as Alabama picked up a massive win. Plus, thoughts on Miami’s win over Virginia Tech on Friday, the Matthew Sluka situation, Colorado’s dominant win over UCF, Kentucky’s huge upset over Ole Miss and more
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9/29/2024 • 1 hour, 20 minutes, 27 seconds
Triumphant Return of Pooptown
SVP and Stanford Steve dive into all the Week 3 NFL action, focusing on impressive starts of all the 3-0 teams, with the Vikings and Bills headlining. On the flip side, some teams, such as the Jaguars, have been relegated to Pooptown. Is Jacksonville completely broken? What about Tennessee? Also, Jayden Daniels looks great, the Giants and Panthers found some life, the Cowboys have major issues on defense and more. Plus, a story about a Vols fan who just had to get married on a fall Saturday. | SVPod
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9/24/2024 • 1 hour, 9 minutes, 4 seconds
3-0
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss all the important games from Week 4 of the college football season. Tennessee DOMINATED in Norman as the Vols defense suffocated the Sooners, Michigan upset USC in the Big House, Colorado stormed back to beat Baylor in OT and Clemson rolled once again. Plus, Utah played Utah ball against Oklahoma State, Miami impressed again, Stanford Steve went 3-0 on the board for the first time and more. | SVPod
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9/22/2024 • 55 minutes, 57 seconds
Medium rare plus
SVP and Stanford Steve are back from Philadelphia to discuss the Falcons’ thrilling road win over the Eagles and more NFL Week 2 action. How about the Saints and the Bucs? Are the Steelers and Seahawks for real? Worried about the 49ers and Ravens? The Bills and Texans look dominant, but the same can’t be said for the rest of the AFC South. Plus, why is passing down around the league? All that and more in the latest SVPod.
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9/17/2024 • 1 hour, 23 minutes, 38 seconds
Takeaways aplenty from CFB Week 3
SVP and Stanford Steve return for another late Saturday/early Sunday CFB recap show breaking down all the action from Week 3. Georgia survived Kentucky’s upset bid, Alabama dominated, Arch dazzled in place of Quinn Ewers, LSU outlasted South Carolina in a roller coaster, Florida and Florida State had rough days, and Missouri earned their first ranked win. Plus, the current outlook on the Big 12, it was a rough day for winners and is Mellow Mushroom good? | SVPod
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9/15/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 31 seconds
Big road wins galore in CFB Week 2
SVP and Stanford Steve are back for another late night college football recap reacting to all the action from Week 2. Notre Dame fell, Alabama, Oklahoma and Penn State survived, and Tennessee and Texas impressed. Plus, takeaways from Illinois’ win over Kansas, Iowa State’s win in the Cy-Hawk game, Syracus’s win over Georgia Tech, South Carolina’s STATEMENT win over Kentucky, Michigan State’s win over Maryland, Kansas State and Oklahoma State’s thrilling wins and more. | SVPod
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9/8/2024 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 14 seconds
Don’t draft at home
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss Florida State’s disappointing 0-2 start while looking ahead to the best Week 2 storylines of the college football season. Plus, the NFL season is almost here. Who will have a better debut: Caleb Williams or Jayden Daniels? The pair also preview Thursday night’s season opener between the Chiefs and Eagles, Friday night’s game between the Eagles and Packers in Brazil, and Monday Night Football between the Jets and 49ers. | SVPod
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9/3/2024 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 24 seconds
CFB Week 1 Musings
Join SVP and Stanford Steve for a late night recap of all of the action from CFB Week 1, including Georgia bashing Clemson, Miami’s impressive win over Florida, Penn State’s handling of West Virginia, Virginia Tech’s disappointing loss to Vanderbilt, Notre Dame’s physical win over Texas A&M and more, along with some of the top individual performances of the day, including Nick Saban on the College GameDay desk.
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9/1/2024 • 59 minutes, 30 seconds
Honey Deuce
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to preview all of the big games in the College Football Week 1 slate. Miami @ Florida has so many storylines, Penn State @ West Virginia will be fun, and will Clemson hang with Georgia? Plus, keep an eye on Michigan this week and SVP likes a certain team on Friday night. Also, Steve recaps his trip to Dublin, shares his thoughts on Pulp Fiction, and the pair discuss the awesome experience of doing Sports Center w/ SVP from Arthur Ashe Stadium at the US Open. | SVPod
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8/29/2024 • 59 minutes, 2 seconds
…Van Damme?
SVP and Stanford Steve are here to discuss all things College Football Week 0 as well as some burning questions ahead of Fantasy Football draft season. Can Georgia Tech make things interesting? How many three-down RBs are there? What about the Panthers backfield and the Steelers QB situation? Plus, SVP begins the show by recapping his trip to Paris, Steve talks about preparing for Dublin, and SVP gives us a treat with three transatlantic movie reviews. | SVPod
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8/19/2024 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 49 seconds
Fake football szn
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to give their reactions to Team USA’s Men’s and Women’s basketball gold medal victories, the first week of the NFL Preseason, the AP Top 25 Preseason Poll and more. Plus, fantasy football drafts are rapidly approaching, Scott’s love for CFB 25 is growing, and how will the 12-team CFP affect college football discourse? | SVPod
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8/12/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 33 seconds
No small moments
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss what’s been going on in the Olympics, including why Katie Ledecky is Steve’s new favorite athlete, how Simone Biles’ approach is so admirable, Scheffler vs. Fleetwood, Novak’s phenomenal performance and more. Plus, Scott talks about how great it’s been to watch his son, Sam, improve as a swimmer recently, Steve shares an eventful travel story, an update on SVP’s skill level at CFB25, which CFB Week 1 games are the most intriguing and more. | SVPod
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8/5/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 18 seconds
Otis and Dipper
SVP is joined by The Daily Show’s Jon Stewart to talk about one big thing: dogs. With both having lost a very beloved family dog in the past couple of years, the pair reflect back on the impact Otis and Dipper had on their lives – Scott’s and Jon’s, respectively. Also, why dogs are the ultimate unifier of humans, how Otis and Dipper’s on-air tributes were received by the public, the process of getting a new dog after the beloved one’s passing and more. | SVPod
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7/29/2024 • 45 minutes, 39 seconds
The Dingle Champ is HERE
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to break down Xander Schauffele’s win at the 2024 Open Championship and what it means for him to have won two majors this year. Plus, SVP won the Par 3 tournament, College Football 25 is pretty difficult, the NFL is right around the corner, and fantasy football mock draft season is officially here. | SVPod
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7/22/2024 • 55 minutes, 34 seconds
Dynasty Szn
SVP and Stanford Steve dive into what their plan of action is going to be regarding College Football 25 and give a full preview of The Open with David Gordon. Who are the top Doublehammer candidates? How will the course play? Is The Open the BEST championship? Plus, the Orioles getting a comeback win over the Yankees was huge, Carlos Alcaraz is the real deal, and Steve explains why he’s soccer’d out. | SVPod
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7/15/2024 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 55 seconds
Steve HATES deviled eggs
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to recap a wild July 4th week filled with beach stories, proud dad moments, waits at restaurants and more. Plus, who are the winners & losers from NBA free agency? Which coming changes to CFB is SVP most intrigued by? SVP also gives an update on his moving situation and the pair share their takes on fireworks and if July 4th food rivals Thanksgiving food. | SVPod
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7/8/2024 • 53 minutes, 45 seconds
Javelin, hammer or shot… No shot?
SVP and Steve react to the Florida Panthers winning the Stanley Cup over the Edmonton Oilers, with Scott talking about how great of a post-game interview he had with Paul Maurice. Plus, sleepaway camp is emotional, SVP hurt his leg, a dive meets update, thoughts on the Summer Olympics and what Olympic events they think they could do, and what SVP hates. | SVPod
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6/25/2024 • 57 minutes, 14 seconds
Waves vs. Kids: Undefeated
SVP and Stanford Steve are back to discuss Bryson DeChambeau’s US Open win at Pinehurst and Rory’s collapse, if the Mavs or Oilers have a chance in the NBA Finals and Stanley Cup, Windhorst’s comments on Luka, how waves are UNDEFEATED against kids and how heatwaves are the worst.
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6/17/2024 • 50 minutes, 53 seconds
You know what…I’m not leaving
SVP and Stanford Steve get together to discuss the C’s jumping all over the Mavs in the NBA Finals, the unbelievable games in the CWS, Caitlin Clark saying all the right things, Dan Hurley spurning the Lakers to stay at UCONN, PLUS Gordo joins the guys to talk US Open at Pinehurst and gives us his “double hammer”. | SVPod
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6/10/2024 • 1 hour, 15 minutes, 5 seconds
Is Life cereal for the olds?
Edmonton and Florida gear up for the Stanley Cup Finals while Boston and Dallas are set for the NBA Finals - SVP and Stanford Steve take a look at both and discuss why Luka is the best player on the court, why it’s great Florida made it back to the Cup Finals and the awesome tradition of not touching the conference trophies in the NHL. Also, Caitlin Clark is wearing a bullseye - fair or unfair, and the WNBA needs to adjust their scheduling. Plus, is Life cereal just for old people and it’s wedding season, make sure to have a plan.
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6/3/2024 • 1 hour, 2 minutes, 36 seconds
Shine on
SVP and Stanford Steve reflect on the amazing, carefree, wonderful life of Bill Walton and how he touched so many lives just by being himself. Plus a powerful speech by Harry Higgs, the Celtics sweep the Pacers while the Timberwolves fight back to take game 4 as KAT gets going. Also, what's up with the people who take up way too much space at the beach and do pot smokers know they smell like pot?
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5/29/2024 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 19 seconds
Timber!
Description: SVP and Stanford Steve recap a wild week from Valhalla at the PGA Championship. From Xander Schauffele winning his first major title to Scottie Scheffler’s chaotic Friday, they cover it all. Plus, the NBA Conference Finals are set, but do the Celtics have an automatic ticket to the Finals? And in the NHL, a big game 7 between the Canucks and Oilers will determine who faces the Stars in the WCF.
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5/20/2024 • 1 hour, 12 minutes, 29 seconds
Ball Striker or Shot Maker?
SVP and Stanford Steve are at Valhalla Golf Club for the PGA Championship where they pose the question: Is there anything better than Major Championship golf? They are also joined by David Gordon (aka Gordo) who gives his “Double Hammer” and tells you why Scottie Scheffler is playing better than Tiger Woods in 2000 - it's just math. Plus the Knicks & Nuggets are going in opposite directions and who doesn’t love the unwritten rules of the NHL playoffs.
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5/14/2024 • 1 hour, 51 seconds
Roast and Beef
In this edition of SVPod, the guys recap the most compelling events of the weekend. Steve has the Kentucky Derby while SVP praises Game 7 between the Bruins and Leafs. They switch gears to NBA playoffs and talk about the Timberwolves chances to win the title, which team is under more pressure in the Thunder vs. Mavs series and their predictions for Knicks vs. Pacers. Plus, they discuss the Tom Brady roast and if they’d ever allow themselves to be roasted and they dive into the Kendrick Lamar vs. Drake feud. | SVPod
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5/7/2024 • 57 minutes, 31 seconds
Lotta Gelato
On this edition of the SVPod, the guys talk about Anthony Edwards headlining the NBA playoffs, what’s next for Kevin Durant and Joel Embiid respectively and if there are any concerns with the Celtics. SVP and Stanford Steve also discuss how many franchise quarterbacks were drafted over the weekend and who filled roster needs the best. Plus, it’s an Italy recap - food, museums, mopeds and a lotta gelato!
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4/30/2024 • 1 hour, 11 minutes, 1 second
Re-Introducing The SVPod!
Back like they never left - The SVPod returns! Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve re-introduce their new and improved podcast. Fresh off covering the Masters, SVP explains the show’s absence and shares plans for what’s next!
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4/15/2024 • 22 minutes, 38 seconds
Not Great with Flags
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s trip to Camden Yards, Steve’s guys’ trip and his lake power ranking. Then, America’s preeminent golf handicapper Gordo stops by to share his first round leaders, top-20 finishers and winners for the Open Championship. Plus, Scott explains why the Open is his favor major and Gordo has a trivia question.
[11:26] Gordo
[17:12] First Round Leaders
[24:25] Top-20 Finishes
[31:05] Winners
[35:28] Why the Open is Scott’s favorite
[39:13] Trivia
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7/19/2023 • 44 minutes, 17 seconds
Gold Medalist & Washed Suburban Dad Tom Dolan
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve are joined by Olympic gold medalist and fellow washed swim dad Tom Dolan. The guys discuss Tom’s grounded approach with his kids’ competitive swimming, what drove him as a swimmer, how watching his kids swim beats competing in the Olympics, what parents forget about youth athletics, how many dads he’s seen on the pool deck in a full suit and monitoring snack bar consumption.
[5:53] Tom’s grounded approach, swimming is unrelenting
[20:31] Tom’s biggest message to kids and parents at the pool
[32:28] What parents forget about youth athletics
[41:11] Having perspective as a parent and a young athlete
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7/3/2023 • 52 minutes, 31 seconds
Let The Guy Bake
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s foray into Virginia for a swim meet, why the NBA draft is hard to follow, their fascination with Victor Wembanyama, LSU fans’ fondness for Jell-O shots and Steve’s daughter getting an ear infection at the beach.
[2:58] NBA Draft
[7:03] Victor Wembanyama
[14:49] College World Series
[17:13] Steve’s trip to the beach
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6/27/2023 • 28 minutes, 16 seconds
Strokes McJohnny
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve start by recapping Father’s Day. Then, they discuss the U.S. Open, the difficulty of winning a major, Wyndham Clark easily dealing with stressful situations and the lack of an atmosphere at Los Angeles Country Club. Later, updates from the pool, a tough moment in the dad-space, the Wizards trading Bradley Beal to the Suns and which fanbase bugs Steve the most.
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6/20/2023 • 45 minutes, 2 seconds
Double Hammer
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve start with the dawn of swim season, Scott’s son’s first meet and picking your battles as a parent. Then, they discuss the Nuggets winning the NBA Finals, if Denver still has detractors and Scott’s postgame interview with Jamal Murray. Later, Gordo shares his U.S. Open gambling insights, Steve has a hot take and which mustachioed celebrity does Scott use for Gordo’s picture in his phone.
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6/14/2023 • 48 minutes, 15 seconds
Seeking Clarity
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve react to the news of LIV and PGA merging. Then, they discuss the burning questions people have regarding the merger, how people can keep a secret of this magnitude, and what put this decision in the fast lane. Next, they preview game three of the NBA Finals with the pressure on the Nuggets and discuss why SVP is riding with Denver. Later, SVP shares his experience as a first base coach, and Steve discusses children birthday party etiquette. Plus, SVP reads a touching letter from a listener.
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6/7/2023 • 48 minutes, 57 seconds
Sitting in the Driveway
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Miami proving it was the better team in Game 7 against Boston, Denver playing beautiful basketball, and whether Erik Spoelstra or Mike Malone would be a better coach for Scott’s son’s basketball team. Then, they get into the Panthers’ run to the Stanley Cup, Scott and his family making another move, if the Golden Tee machine still works, and the last time Steve played his brother in basketball.
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5/31/2023 • 47 minutes, 44 seconds
Broke Boy
David Gordon joins SVP and Steve to celebrate his 30th birthday and share why betting golf is free money, how SVP almost lost one billion dollars, and why he wanted to chest bump Steve into the ground. Next, SVP and Steve discuss Brooks Koepka’s win and why Steve loves the Majors more than any other sport. Then, they share details of their walk and talk with Michael Block during his shining moment and the sincerity of Rory Mcllroy. Later, they breakdown why Denver is the real deal, LeBron is playing chess, and Jokic is just absurd. Plus, could Taylor Swift and Scott do a harmonica duet? Finally, Scott and Steve share how to avoid talking to people in the airport.
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5/25/2023 • 55 minutes, 37 seconds
Responsibly Aggressive
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve are in Rochester, N.Y. for the PGA Championship and are joined by ESPN Stats & Info senior researcher Gordo to discuss why he thinks golf is the easiest sport to bet, his first-round leader bets, which player has been the best his year, and Max Homa asking Gordo if he’s a genius. Then, the guys talk about their takeaways from walking the course, the buzzwords they learned and who they like to win at Oak Hill. Plus, was Scott’s dinner order a choke job?
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5/16/2023 • 50 minutes, 4 seconds
Wifey Had the Exacta
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve start the podcast with a confession from Scott, Steve’s need for a new recycling bin and a “Would You Rather?” as their wives and kids prepare to see Taylor Swift in concert. Then, the guys discuss Lakers-Warriors, which team Los Angeles would prefer to play if they clinch the series, the Knicks being the team they thought they were, NHL playoffs, Steve’s family betting the Kentucky Derby, Scott’s daughter turning 10 and Steve attending a recital.
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5/10/2023 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds
Dressed Up Like Captain Crunch
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the Met Gala, the Bruins’ historic season coming to an end, Scott texting a notable Knicks fan, Steph Curry deciding things aren’t ending in Sacramento, the emotions wrapped up in Warriors-Lakers, if Anthony Richardson or Gardner Minshew start more games for the Colts, Steve needing an NFL team, the Ravens extending Lamar Jackson, if high top sneakers will ever make a comeback and a bad batch of pancakes.
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5/2/2023 • 53 minutes, 15 seconds
Permanent Fishing Hat
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss how many NFL teams have “a guy,” why Jordan Love is more interesting than Aaron Rodgers, if they’ll ever figure out the quarterback thing, the NBA and NHL playoffs, if Vancouver misses the Grizzles, Scott’s assessment of Knicks fans, and who the Texans should take at No. 2 in the draft. Plus, a Bill Barnwell cameo.
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4/25/2023 • 38 minutes, 14 seconds
Your House is On Fire
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve walk through the last week after Scott’s house caught on fire, trying to provide answers to hard questions to his kids, leaning on great friends, waiting on a path forward and bad behavior from a business. Then, the guys get into the scene in Sacramento, forgetting what playoff Kawhi Leonard looks like, hockey playoffs reminding Scott of spring nights in college, Steve’s review of six-year-old lacrosse and Texans spring practice.
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4/18/2023 • 44 minutes, 59 seconds
A Tournament We All Love
Scott Van Pelt and Andy North are at The Masters discussing what Andy remembers about the first time he played Augusta National, how Rory McIlroy completes the script and finishes the grand slam, Brooks Koepka showing off on the biggest stages, Andy’s value play, the most important thing about playing this course, which player could break through and in their first tournament, Xander Schauffele feeling inevitable, why PGA vs. LIV doesn’t matter this week and Andy picking the Bucks to win the NBA finals.
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4/4/2023 • 41 minutes, 44 seconds
Not Fraught With Peril
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott watching the Terps with his lucky baseball, Steve taking Princeton plus the points against Creighton, Coach Cal’s belittling comments about Markquis Nowell, what’s wrong with the Big Ten and how the league can fix it, the athleticism of the SEC, Steve looking at Georgetown season tickets with Ed Cooley’s arrival, how quickly Rick Pitino could make St. John’s matter and the favorite to win the NCAA Tournament.
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3/21/2023 • 51 minutes, 30 seconds
Dog and Bracket
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve detail Red The Dog’s adventure in Garrett Park. Scott shares how his dog escaped from daycare, receiving the news while in Chicago, the army of people that rallied to search for Red, the dog-scamming community that reared its ugly head, how Red was found and what Scott said to him after returning home. Then, the guys talk brackets, including how Steve fills his out, looking for the obvious “who does everyone love” teams, the game they want to see in the Elite 8 and if Scott should trust his eyes over the metrics.
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3/14/2023 • 1 hour, 19 seconds
Transparent
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s 36 hours in Breckenridge, Steve betting up a storm while taking care of his family, conference championship week, their plans for the Big East and Big Ten tournaments, serious gambling advice from Steve, the NFL combine, and Ja Morant jeopardizing it all. Plus, a Would You Rather, What I Hate, Steve has a new nemesis and Scott unburdens himself.
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3/7/2023 • 1 hour, 10 seconds
No Quarter
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Damian Lillard dropping 71, why they think someone will score 100 in a game, teams that dropped off Steve’s list of national championship contenders, Scott’s excitement for the Terps, complaining about road whistles, the Anthony Richardson rollercoaster, Scott heading out to Breck and Steve’s weekend in Greenville, N.C.
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2/28/2023 • 51 minutes, 27 seconds
Big Ten Scotty
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott and his family touring the White House, the excitement all weekend long at the Genesis Invitational, why there’s no fixing the NBA All-Star Game, how many college basketball teams can win six games in March, Shamrock Shakes, and Steve’s trip to Greenville, N.C.
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2/22/2023 • 51 minutes, 7 seconds
Bigger Boat Theory
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s 24-hours in Phoenix for the Waste Management Open and meeting internet friends. Then, the guys get into who was the best quarterback in the Super Bowl, the field, Patrick Mahomes magnifying mistakes, the Eagles’ accountability and what they thought of the penalty. Later, Scott hates something, Steve has a would-you-rather and their reactions to Kevin Durant’s move to the Suns.
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2/14/2023 • 55 minutes, 40 seconds
Mesh Crop Top
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the longest Super Bowl week of their lives, Scott heading to Phoenix, the Grammys’ tribute to hip-hop, Steve’s of reviews of Cameron and Phog Allen, Kyrie Irving forcing his way out of Brooklyn, who wins the Super Bowl and the Legacy Conversation.
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2/7/2023 • 52 minutes, 45 seconds
Mayor Guy
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Steve’s new IT role, championship Sunday in the NFL, why everyone is actually mad at the referees, what people miss about Patrick Mahomes and two black quarterbacks going head-to-head in the Super Bowl. Plus, Scott hits the slopes, Steve is making a pilgrimage to Cameron Indoor and a money-making opportunity for the listeners.
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1/31/2023 • 49 minutes, 27 seconds
Generous Helping of Bisque
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the divisional-round games, Cincinnati having no doubt, all four teams being able to win the Super Bowl, why Steve thinks the play was there for Dallas and Brock Purdy being a game away from the Super Bowl. Plus, a “would you rather…?,” soup power rankings and Scott feels left out.
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1/24/2023 • 57 minutes, 25 seconds
Sign Up For 60
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss an exciting SUPER wild card weekend, which team was the most impressive, if they'd rather watch Eagles-Giants III with their New York or Philadelphia friends, and postmortem thoughts on the NFL with only seven games left. Plus, Scott can’t hear, Steve has a big money idea and shortcuts for building LEGO sets.
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1/18/2023 • 53 minutes, 4 seconds
Gotta Find the Blowout
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Kirby Smart convincing his team that they sucked, throwing the transitive exercise in college football out the window, why they’re not that excited about the SUPER wild card weekend matchups, only being able to speculate about Lamar Jackson, how many team can win multiple playoff games, what’s happening to Kentucky basketball and Steve’s time in Los Angeles for the national championship.
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1/13/2023 • 46 minutes
Here’s What We Know
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Damar Hamlin collapsing on the field during Monday Night Football, Scott’s live coverage with Ryan Clark and Lisa Salters, and reflecting humanity in their conversations. Then, they get into the unimportant football piece of the Hamlin situation, if we’ll ever hear from Roger Goodell and the NFL, the Packers getting all the help they need, Jacksonville’s momentum, if the right team in Michigan-TCU won, Ohio State going out swinging, Steve expanded college football role and their In-N-Out orders.
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1/5/2023 • 48 minutes, 28 seconds
Send Me Cash
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss walking through the post-Christmas wreckage in their living rooms, Uncle Steve’s advice for assembling toys, SpongeBob SquarePants heckling the Broncos, having the same read on both the Eagles and Cowboys after this weekend, teams on the playoff bubble, if the hate between the Warriors and Grizzlies is excessive, Scott attempting to assemble a Barbie horse stable, Grayson McCall’s fascinating bowl situation, what it would mean if Ohio State and Michigan played in the national championship, and Scott’s very important question.
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12/27/2022 • 46 minutes, 19 seconds
Weather Goons
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Steve’s trip to Phog Allen Field House, the Vikings not inspiring fear, the Dolphins impressing in Buffalo, which teams are actually good teams at the top of the NFC, the Chiefs being the Super Bowl favorite until further notice, the wild end to the Raiders-Patriots and ensuring they’re properly credited for the term “pitchy pitchy woo woo.” Plus, What I Hate.
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12/20/2022 • 41 minutes, 29 seconds
#NoInterviews
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss a huge upset in the Bethesda flag football league, a new transfer portal entrant, holiday preparedness, which NFC teams are actually dangerous, which AFC teams they’re not sold on, the sense of community at the mall in the day before Christmas and remembering to check your list twice.
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12/13/2022 • 30 minutes, 28 seconds
Metaphorical Guy
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the final flag football game of the season, a father-son moment that Scott won’t forget, the most interesting “what ifs” in the College Football Playoff, where the 49ers stand without Jimmy Garoppolo, if they like the Eagles’ offense or the Cowboys’ defense more, the ultimate compliment for Joe Burrow, Steve eyeing up a big life purchase, Scott being in fantasy football peril, and Maryland fans inventing scenarios.
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12/6/2022 • 42 minutes, 21 seconds
Happy By Proxy
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the final regular season game flag football game for the Texans, six year olds killing the Griddy, Michigan bodying Ohio State, Buckeye fans’ inability to deal with adversity, the reverse beauty pageant if chaos strikes on championship weekend, the Bengals’ impressive win, Trevor Lawrence making a statement, Jalen Hurts and the Eagles’ nasty offense, the team that impressed Scott the most, Ansonia’s comeback against Naugatuck, and a shout out to the early risers.
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11/29/2022 • 53 minutes, 14 seconds
Turkey Lipper
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss their excitement for one of the great weeks of the year, TCU unloading the “bazooka,” if Georgia is a lock for the playoff, Clemson lacking a quality win, The Flying V, the Chiefs feeling inevitable, Zach Wilson not getting it done, the Titans’ four-game win streak in the Bethesda flag football league, U.S. soccer fans and if they slice the Thanksgiving turkey.
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11/22/2022 • 42 minutes, 17 seconds
So Damn Heavy
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve start the show talking about the killings of Virginia football players Lavel Davis Jr., Devin Chandler and D’Sean Perry. Then, the guys take a hard left turn and discuss the flag football Texans’ three-game winning streak and the opposition picking up a former DI quarterback. Plus, they discuss the insanity of Bill-Vikings, Tua Tagovailoa airing it out, if the Bucs somehow rode out the storm and the over-the-top outrage over Jeff Saturday getting the Colts head coaching job. Later they get into the most impressive win on Saturday, the most valuable player in college football, Ohio State and Michigan looming, bowl eligible UConn, and the SEC West.
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11/15/2022 • 50 minutes, 41 seconds
Reptiles in a Dorm Room
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss a big win for the six-year-old Titans football team, an impromptu Christmas card photo shoot, professional fan bases, Georgia giving Tennessee the beatdown, the biggest beneficiaries from Saturday’s losses in college football, Brian Kelly put his minerals in a wheelbarrow, Miami getting debacled by Florida State and Dusty Baker being even cooler than you think. Plus, Steve administers an NFL midterm exam, college basketball season getting underway, a captivating holiday song and Thanksgiving ideas for Costco.
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11/8/2022 • 46 minutes, 37 seconds
Heroic Effort
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the latest in Bethesda flag football, the 49ers continuing to own the Rams, why Giants fans needed a loss, another ho-hum three-score win for Philadelphia, if Tennessee will be No. 1 on Tuesday night, Hendon Hooker being in complete control, the stupidest thing in sports, a tied World Series, the first thing they’re stealing out of their kids’ Halloween bags and the last time Scott dressed up for the holiday. Plus, Steve has something he hates.
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10/31/2022 • 43 minutes, 48 seconds
The Internet is Your Brontosaurus
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss what to do with the Giants, if the Packers stinks, the Chargers doing nothing well, why NFL coaches hate points, TCU doing what no other team is doing, if Scott owes LSU money, Clemson’s offense not inspiring fear, what changes need to be made at Texas A&M and the scenes in Philadelphia after the Phillies made the World Series. Plus, flag football is back in session and the first game was grim.
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10/25/2022 • 48 minutes, 12 seconds
Not Worth Meeting or Greeting
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve convene after an amazing sports weekend, with Steve fresh off a red-eye from Las Vegas. The guys discuss the Phillies’ emphatic series win, a bad Saturday for guys in USC jerseys and Dodger hats, how many teams are in the mix for the College Football Playoff, the scene in Knoxville and Caleb Williams refusing to be tackled. Later, which 3-3 NFL teams will actually be good, the mess in the NFC West, Tom Brady’s not having any fun, a doughnut update, a costume controversy at the Van Pelt household and Steve has something to say.
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10/18/2022 • 41 minutes, 32 seconds
Palette of Doughnut Holes
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve lead the podcast with a philosophical question: Do you prefer a perfect spring or fall day? Then the guys discuss Steve’s emotions after the Mets were eliminated from the playoffs, the Panthers firing Matt Rhuele, if there’s anyone better at their job than Justin Tucker is at kicking a football, UCLA’s undefeated start, Oklahoma’s lack of a foundation, that Wembanyama guy and the New York City football teams. Later, Scott and Steve appeal to the audience for help.
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10/11/2022 • 45 minutes, 14 seconds
PPA
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss who fixed Scott’s laptop, where the Super Bowl runs through in the AFC, Baltimore’s fourth down decision, the League Pass Lions, DK Metcalf taking the cart to poop, Steve’s message as College GameDay heads to Kansas, Jimbo Fisher’s checks coming due and Wisconsin firing Paul Chryst.
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10/4/2022 • 51 minutes, 34 seconds
Just Shut Up
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve hop on to recap producer Madison’s wedding and share at what point they both cried during the wedding. Then, Scott wants to make it clear to Miami fans that he is not against them and wants them to embrace the journey of hitting the reset button. Next, Steve shares why it was good for the Bills to taste defeat, and they discuss the growth of the Jacksonville Jaguars. Then, hot take incoming from Steve about an early Super Bowl favorite. Plus, Steve shares his advice on wedding etiquette and when everyone simply needs to just shut up.
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9/27/2022 • 32 minutes, 4 seconds
Uncle Ernie and Norma
Scott Van Pelt and Standford Steve hop on to break down the action in the NFL including the Tua’s fearless performance, the decline of the Tampa Bay Buccaneers offense going into the Packers game next week without major weapons, and if they would rather be the Colts or the Browns at this point in the season. Then, they discuss Georgia’s performance this week and why Kansas fans need to calm down. Then, they discuss the Ohtani vs. Judge debate for MVP. Plus, ESPN content producer Madison Brightman joins to discuss the details of her upcoming wedding, Scott’s wedding attire, and what song will get Stanford Steve on the dance floor.
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9/19/2022 • 55 minutes, 20 seconds
Spooky Feeling
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss what felt real in Week 1 of the NFL season, the Chiefs’ eye-opening takedown of Arizona, the whole world being in on Buffalo, Minnesota posing a threat to Green Bay, the Giants going for the win, rookie head coaching debuts and what was Tom Brady wearing on his feet. Plus, which upset on Saturday they enjoyed the most, Steve’s new favorite athlete and if Scott’s come around on Nerds.
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9/13/2022 • 46 minutes, 20 seconds
Mayhem In The Basement
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the end of summer, Scott taking his son to his first football game in College Park, week one of the college football season, perceived disrespect for Pitt, if the jump from week one to week two is real, a message of support for the Triangle of Toughness and what Steve saw watching USC’s tape. Then, the guys get into the start of the NFL season including Buffalo being everyone’s darling, dangerous AFC teams that didn’t make the playoffs last season, Steve’s Super Bowl picks, if Trey Lance will work out in San Francisco and their belief in Tua Tagovailoa. Plus, sporting events without clocks and weather delays.
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9/6/2022 • 50 minutes, 22 seconds
Blueberry Head
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss further strife on Steve’s street, Scott’s plans to purchase a puppy, Nebraska needing to focus solely on the next game, football players not wearing knee pads, a precursory look at the Week 1 college football slate, fantasy draft season, Rory McIlroy knowing who he is and if bath mats in hotels are getting smaller.
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8/30/2022 • 40 minutes, 50 seconds
Where is the Bus?
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve start the pod by paying tribute to the golf legend and friend Tom Weiskopf. Next, Steve and Scott share their patience meter waiting for their kid’s return to school. Then, they share their picks heading into week zero of college football season, what big-name programs with new coaches interest them the most, and what matchups they are most excited for week one. Plus, they discuss what quarterbacks you need on your fantasy team, and someone send Scott any intel on Raheem Mostert.
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8/24/2022 • 44 minutes, 10 seconds
Into The Crawl Space
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Steve’s trip to the Outer Banks, why there needs to be another word for a vacation with family, Scott’s advice for Steve’s family dinner out with 17 people, Scott’s wisdom teeth extraction and how he ended up with five stitches in his foot. Later, The Athletic’s Bruce Feldman stops by to talk about his annual “Freak List,” the origins of the list, Owen Schmitt being called a mutant in an early version, how the transfer portal is making this college football season difficult to predict, if Houston can factor into the playoff picture, the best units in college football, the return of the Backyard Brawl and the uncomfortable realities of being a sideline reporter.
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8/17/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 13 seconds
Contemplation of Time
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Steve and Bear’s ninety-minute SEC preview and their ACC whiff on Pitt last season, optimism for the Gamecocks, Scott reflecting on his career after the news of Serena Williams retiring and Nick Faldo’s tearful goodbye from the booth, Scott’s family crushing Fisher’s Popcorn, Steve’s Mets optimism meter reaching an all-time high, Félix Bautista coming out to Omar’s whistle from The Wire, paying for fantasy football newsletters, and Steve’s favorite Vin Scully call. Plus, “Pray For Me.”
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8/9/2022 • 58 minutes, 47 seconds
Out Of Ice
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve check-in and look back at an exciting Open Championship. They discuss Scott's pain not being at St. Andrews, Cam Smith’s spectacular play and why it’s so hard to play with a lead in sports. Then, Max Homa calls in from Italy to talk about walking up the 18th hole on Friday with Tiger Woods, what it sounded like, if he did anything differently playing with Tiger, Steve’s critique of Max’s socks and the creativity needed to play a links course. Later, Scott’s been watching the Orioles, Steve updates his Mets optimism meter, there's signs of maturity on the golf course and swim meet updates.
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7/19/2022 • 51 minutes, 41 seconds
Shore Trips
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve start the show with an important announcement from Scott. Then, the guys discuss Steve’s weekend as the matador at the Running of the Bull, accusations that Scott backed out and if they should wear shorts on TV. Later, a mishap at McDonald’s, Steve’s daughter firing Skee-Balls across Funland, the Orioles’ improvement, Scott’s mantra in life and yacht rock suggestions for the drive downy ocean.
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6/29/2022 • 37 minutes, 28 seconds
Get In Your Lane and Go
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve put out an APB after Scott goes through old mail, recap their Father’s Day weekends and celebrate not having to work on Sunday after Golden State closed out Boston in six. Then, the guys discuss Steph Curry getting the last word, the “leaderboard gravity” at the U.S. Open, Steve offering fashion makeovers for PGA pros, Jello shots in Omaha and Scott struggling to close the show. Plus, What I Hate.
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6/21/2022 • 43 minutes, 16 seconds
Dead Sober on Father’s Day
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve recap Steve’s week of parenting solo, share their first swim meet update and dread the prospect of working on Father’s Day. Then, they discuss the Celtics facing elimination in the NBA Finals, why they’re happy for Andrew Wiggins, the Lightning vying for a third straight Stanley Cup, the U.S. Open, what Jay Monahan should do in the wake of the LIV defections, Steve’s hypothetical and the Oklahoma softball juggernaut.
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6/15/2022 • 40 minutes, 7 seconds
Pray for Steve
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss if there are any movies Steve wants to ruin, fans rooting against Steph Curry, Scott’s hidden gem on the sports calendar, Aaron Donald getting the money, Phil Mickelson joining LIV Golf and the ’98 Winter Olympics. Plus, swim season is underway at Scott’s house and Steve makes a deal with his daughter.
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6/7/2022 • 39 minutes, 42 seconds
Meats and Treats
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve start by distressing over the state of dinner time at their homes and analyzing the texture of Pirate’s Booty. Then, they discuss who they trust more in the NBA Finals, Colorado’s F1 offense against Connor McDavid, Maryland men’s lacrosse going 18-0, Steve’s Top Gun: Maverick review (spoilers), a jarring stat about the Orioles and the Mets Optimism Meter.
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6/2/2022 • 38 minutes, 9 seconds
Hammer The Driver
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss their time in Tulsa, the PGA Championship’s dramatic finish, airport drunks, Scott’s Diet Coke intake while working, the stark contrast between the NHL and NBA playoffs, an early morning elementary school performance and hotdog consumption at Steve’s house.
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5/27/2022 • 40 minutes, 28 seconds
How’s Your Inbox?
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve play a road game from the PGA Championship at Southern Hills Country Club in Tulsa, Okla. The guys discuss the tournament, why Steve think it’d be impossible to lose a ball on the course, Scott predicting he’ll consume double-digit Diet Cokes on Thursday, meeting Internet friends, the city of Tulsa, the price of beer at the tournament, Scott’s message for casinos across America and a weekend full of game sevens. Plus, a new twist on What I Hate, and their PGA picks.
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5/17/2022 • 52 minutes, 8 seconds
Overchicken
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss if they could land a plane, the time Scott thought he may have to jump into the cockpit, who should be allowed to sit in the exit row, if Scott is officially retiring from playing golf, home court advantage in the NBA playoffs, if they’d take the Avalanche or the field in the NHL playoffs, Scott’s trip to the Capitals’ game with his kids, if bars of soap don’t last as long as they used to, and the guys’ trip to Tulsa for the PGA Championship next week.
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5/12/2022 • 37 minutes, 20 seconds
"To Otis"
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s difficult week with the passing of his beloved dog Otis, the outpouring of support and one last spin in a golf cart. Then the guys get into the NHL playoffs and the athletic genius of hockey players, Memphis’ Grindhouse mentality living on in a new group of players, Steve watching a lot of the NFL Draft while parenting solo over the weekend, the Mets Optimism Meter reaching new highs, and beef jerky.
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5/3/2022 • 53 minutes, 10 seconds
Carpet on The Tarmac
It’s been a while since Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve chatted. They start by recounting Steve’s Final Four experience and his new friendship with Bill Self. Then they discuss the Nets’ mess, the kind of friend Kyrie Irving desperately needs, Giannis vs. Boston’s defense, if they’d max out Irving or James Harden, why Scott wants Sauce Gardner on his team and Steve’s optimism meter with the Mets.
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4/27/2022 • 43 minutes, 35 seconds
Grave Tactical Error
Scott is back from Augusta National, talking about his week and reflecting on the 25 years he’s been covering the Masters. Scott discusses his gratitude for attending the tournament since 1997, the advice Chris Berman offered him on the “second nine,” his off-menu order at the grill, unintentional free lunches, seeing friends and a run in with an astronaut.
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4/14/2022 • 34 minutes, 30 seconds
Peculiar Places
Scott Van Pelt hops on the mic from Augusta, sharing his thoughts on North Carolina showing Mike Krzyzewski the door in the Final Four and Kansas toppling the Tar Heels in the championship. Then, Andy North stops by to discuss Tiger Woods’ plans to play in the Masters, the conditions and intricacies of Augusta National, why the list of potential winners is always short, Scott chasing J. J. Spaun and Andy’s memories of playing in the Masters.
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4/6/2022 • 39 minutes, 23 seconds
Freckly As A…
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the state of Scott’s skin after soaking up some sun on vacation, an epic game between Duke and Texas Tech, North Carolina hiding in plain sight, the high stakes of Blue Devils-Tar Heels in the Final Four, Steve being the only guy rooting against St. Peter’s at the bar, Scott heading to Augusta National, and if Scottie Scheffler is going to be the favorite at the Masters.
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3/29/2022 • 34 minutes, 53 seconds
Let Themselves Baste
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve take a look at each region of the bracket, sharing which games they want to see, which double-digit seeds they think advance and which teams are on Steve’s list to win it all. Plus, What I Hate, the Big Ten and Mountain West need good showings, and the most fun thing about the NCAA Tournament.
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3/16/2022 • 48 minutes, 8 seconds
My Family Abandoned Me
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss a win for the Icebergs, 100 ≠ F, Scott’s trip to Durham, sitting in front of Jerry Seinfeld and Adam Silver, another handshake line conversation, which team they’d bet a toe on to win its conference tournament, where fans will now channel their Coach K hate, if a fast 40-yard dash time is like a good SAT score, Calvin Ridley’s year suspension for betting on NFL games, and the Lakers’ playoff plight. Plus, Scott nearly starves.
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3/8/2022 • 55 minutes, 26 seconds
Rehearsal?
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve predict of chaos for conference tournament week, talk about why it’s dumb to hold close wins against teams, discuss Scott's role in 20th anniversary celebrations for the Terrapin hoops national championship team and share how they feel about MLB’s labor strife Later, Scott accepts a last minute offer to go to Cameron Indoor.
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3/1/2022 • 48 minutes, 42 seconds
1, 2, 3, Icebreakers!
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Steve watching his daughter’s rec basketball team, Scott’s pitch for an American Idol-style dunk contest, and if drafting Bronny James to get LeBron would be worthwhile. Then, The Athletic’s Brendan Quinn stops by to discuss all of the layers to the Juwan Howard situation, how many teams he thinks can win the title, if the Big Ten’s individual talent will lead to postseason success, Kansas, and Maryland’s next coach. Later, Steve has an important question for Scott.
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2/23/2022 • 1 hour, 52 seconds
Shirts Off For Pars
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss their 24 hours in Los Angeles and why professionals leave the Super Bowl city on Saturday, the Super Bowl feeling disjointed but still exciting, Aaron Donald being the real MVP, and the halftime show. Then, the guys talk to golfer Harry Higgs about how he and Joel Dahmen ended up flashing the crowd on the 16th hole at the WM Phoenix Open, why it was a good moment for the PGA Tour, the general craziness of the WM, and how he missed Keith Mitchell’s bachelor party.
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2/15/2022 • 1 hour, 3 minutes, 51 seconds
Lumber Conference
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Steve’s trip to Las Vegas to cover the NHL All-Star Game, Scott taking the kids skiing, Steve’s canceled flight and epic heater, if the Super Bowl be a one-score game in the fourth quarter, running into Hunter Renfrow, making up a backstory for strangers and how many points they think the winning team scores in the Super Bowl.
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2/8/2022 • 34 minutes, 30 seconds
Bubble Gum, a Frisbee and Old Ham
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve begin the show not with football, but with Scott’s rekindled love for Bit-O-Honey after finding some in the office. Then, the guys discuss the Bengals and Rams heading to the Super Bowl, what went right for Cincinnati in Arrow Head, the slow creep of the tide coming in on the Chiefs, Jimmy Garoppolo’s level of culpability in the loss to Los Angeles, Matt Stafford coming up big on third downs, and Tom Brady’s future. Later, they ponder how many college basketball teams could win the national championship, Scott’s confused and Steve hates something.
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2/1/2022 • 55 minutes, 3 seconds
A Play
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve join in with the rest of the podcast world and reflect on an exciting week in the NFL divisional round. The guys discuss 49 yard field goals now being layups, the Bengals taking down a No. 1 see and feeling ahead of schedule, the Packers’ continued playoff failures, their excitement for Matthew Stafford, Cooper Kupp’s “For the Love of the Game” route, the Bills having the guy to give them a chance against the Chiefs in the future and where they stand on the playoff overtime rules. Later, Scott shares what he hates.
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1/25/2022 • 46 minutes, 44 seconds
Competitive Arrogance
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve recap last week's wild card weekend matchups and share their predictions heading into the next round of the playoffs. Then, they take a stroll down memory lane by sharing stories of Scott's Vegas shenanigans during the "turn of the century Hard Rock" era. Next, the duo explains what they hate this week. To end on a positive note, they share Scott Van Pelt’s exciting news of being named Co-National Sportscaster of the Year by NSMA Sports Media.
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1/19/2022 • 47 minutes, 37 seconds
Listen to Your Body
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s ride to the hospital on Monday afternoon with an elevated heart rate, how the whole episode started, the show of force from the EMS, hitting the reset button on his heart and the doctor’s diagnosis of what happened. Later, they get into Steve’s weekend in Indianapolis for the national championship, the end of Chargers-Raiders, what Scott hates, trying to find the wild-card weekend blow out and Steve meeting Andrew Luck.
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1/13/2022 • 53 minutes, 23 seconds
Kindling
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss the snow storm that hit the DMV, throwing their lives into chaos. Trees are broken, the trash truck hasn’t shown up and the kids are still home from school. Later, the guys discuss who’s going to win the national championship, the Ravens’ regrets, if anyone views the Titans as the No. 1 seed and the biggest threat to the Packers in the NFC. Plus, a quick round of What I Hate.
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1/6/2022 • 34 minutes, 20 seconds
One of One
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s wrapping paper preferences, their memories of John Madden, what would legitimately surprise them in the College Football Playoff semifinals, if the Chiefs are as good as they seem and who’s a threat to Green Bay in the NFC. Plus, what Steve hates about his birthday.
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12/30/2021 • 43 minutes, 23 seconds
Out of Sorts
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss making fake phone calls to Santa, their kids wandering around during dinner, COVID-19 refusing to go away, fantasy football lineups being decimated in the middle of the playoffs, believing in the magic of Christmas, Steve’s bowl experiences at Stanford and more on their holiday album plans.
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12/23/2021 • 34 minutes, 57 seconds
Advice from Jack
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss Scott’s CVS receipt-sized to-do list, Steve’s first Army-Navy experience, the best teams in the NFC and AFC, Urban Meyer overshadowing Trevor Lawrence’s lost season in Jacksonville, and the short list of college coaches breaking through in the pros. Plus, What I Hate, a disagreement over cheese, a questionable soul patch, and candy canes or candy corn.
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12/14/2021 • 45 minutes, 35 seconds
Inside of a Bundt Cake
Scott Van Pelt and Stanford Steve discuss discuss Scott’s daunting holiday to-do list, the weather dictating terms between Buffalo and New England, Scott’s on-air hamstring cramp, if Dave Arranda is plugged in, Steve’s thoughts on Michigan and Cincinnati in the College Football Playoff, Miami chasing past glory, and Mark Turgeon leaving Maryland. Later, What I Hate, Scott wants to record a Christmas album and Tim Kurkjian is headed to the Baseball Hall of Fame.
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12/8/2021 • 44 minutes, 20 seconds
It Made Me Tingle
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss Scott putting his Christmas lights up, Lincoln Riley leaving Oklahoma for USC, Michigan running it down Ohio State’s throat, Alabama wearing the underdog label and if Coach K has ever had a guy like Paolo Banchero. Plus, What I Hate, What I Love and which Christmas songs they immediately turn off.
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11/30/2021 • 46 minutes, 27 seconds
No Choppers to Piscataway
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss Steve missing the Naugatuck-Ansonia high school football rivalry on Thanksgiving this year, the Titans’ bizarre resume, where they are on the Patriots, if they favor Ohio State’s offense or Georgia’s defense, and if they’ll watch more of Saints-Bills or the Egg Bowl on Thursday night. Plus, what’s on their perfect Thanksgiving plates, What I Hate and Steve poses an important life question to SVP.
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11/23/2021 • 50 minutes, 56 seconds
The Mean Gene Screen... And GO!
SVP and Stanford Steve dive into the mess that is CFB. They debate which CFB head coaches will keep their jobs and which coaches are on the hot seat. After that, which NFL teams are good? Based on Week 10's slate of games the guys think it's hard to tell. Then, SVP rants about classic fast food orders after Steve tells us what he hates about college sports fans.
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11/16/2021 • 41 minutes, 51 seconds
Thigh to Ankle
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss a Sunday of Carnage in the NFL, Tennessee and Arizona as the best teams in their respective conferences, whether Dallas or Buffalo took a worse loss, and fans not living in reality when it comes to hiring and firing college coaches. Later, What I Hate featuring youth soccer coaches, burritos and tight sheets. And finally, SVP’s feelings on college basketball in November.
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11/9/2021 • 50 minutes, 34 seconds
Simple Exchange
SVP and Stanford Steve lead off the podcast talking about Halloween with their kids, what SVP hates about Halloween and what Stanford Steve nailed about this year’s holiday. Then, they discuss which teams are atop the AFC and NFC, the Rams trading for Von Miller, how they learned about what lobbyists do, Stanford Steve preemptively hating the College Football Playoff rankings, and what you should say to an Astros fan about their team cheating.
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11/2/2021 • 43 minutes, 15 seconds
Leading the World in Pumpkins
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the "ya, buts" lingering around the Cardinals, Steve's weekend in Vegas, the Bengals surprising the league, if there's still a path to the playoffs for the Chiefs, why SVP fears the Cincinnati Bearcats will be edged out of the College Football Playoff and if their excitement for the World Series is an isolated feeling, Plus, What I Hate, how long a dinner out should be, SVP's kids carve their first pumpkins, what you shouldn't dress up as for Halloween, Squid Game and playing football in the rain with gloves.
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10/26/2021 • 45 minutes, 37 seconds
30 Minutes with Alex Toussaint
SVP usually spends 30 minutes riding with Alex Toussaint on his Peloton. This time it's Alex spending 30 minutes with SVP talking about everything on and off the bike.
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10/19/2021 • 38 minutes, 5 seconds
What I Love
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the Raiders firing Jon Gruden, why it shows who Gruden really is, the leaked Gruden emails coming from the investigation into the Redskins, the Oklahoma quarterback situation, why Texas A&M can’t get too caught up in the hype after beating Alabama, Steve’s mental state after a rough start to his gambling weekend, Justin Herbert making a lot of people look dumb and Buffalo giving the Kansas City the beatdown. Plus, What I Hate and a new segment.
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10/13/2021 • 45 minutes, 46 seconds
Comin In Hot
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the Maryland/Iowa game. Who will make the CFP this year and the Big Ten is going to be fun to watch. Scott talks about making Ramen Noodles with no sauce. What is more stressful…MLB or NHL Playoffs? What I Hate and are dinosaurs real?
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10/5/2021 • 52 minutes, 44 seconds
Let Us In!
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss who is the best team in the NFC and AFC. Why Matt Corral is Johnny Manziel 2.0. Maryland has a big game Friday night and SVP wants classes cancelled on Friday. What impact will the Ryder Cup have on how people view Bryson DeChambeau going forward? Plus, two rounds of Here’s What I Hate
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9/28/2021 • 43 minutes, 9 seconds
I'm Wicked Famous
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the Ryder Cup, what to expect this weekend and how Brooks and Bryson will handle being on the same team. SVP has a theory on Tom Brady. Biggest threat in the NFC to Tampa Bay. How impressive the Ravens win on Sunday was. Steve has a hot take on the Swamp vs. Happy Valley. Who is good in college football? Here’s What I Hate that includes sports bars. Lastly, will Tiger Woods show up at the Ryder Cup?
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9/22/2021 • 59 minutes, 26 seconds
USC is the Hard Rock of the 90's
SVP and Stanford Steve react to Clay Helton being fired and what the future holds for USC. A recap of the NFL including why it’s a pain to play the Chiefs, Buffalo’s week 1 struggles, rookie QBs and more. And, Here’s What I Hate has SVP telling a fan base to calm down and play some Earth, Wind and Fire
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9/14/2021 • 46 minutes, 57 seconds
Hammered & Hostile
SVP and Stanford Steve react to week 1 of the college football season that saw Randy Edsall retiring, McKenzie Milton’s comeback upset fans & more. Then, what games in the NFL they have their eyes on for week 1. Finally, Here’s What I Hate
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9/7/2021 • 48 minutes, 56 seconds
The Source
College football is here and SVP and Stanford Steve preview the season and take a look at some big games in week 1. What’s going on with Bishop Sycamore? Plus, Here’s What I Hate that includes crabgrass, emails and picking up your kids from school
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9/2/2021 • 55 minutes, 17 seconds
Inky Johnson
Inky Johnson was a star at Tennessee before permanently paralyzing his right arm. After the injury he found a new calling, as a motivational speaker. SVP chats with him about how he found his new purpose, his message and a whole lot more
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8/24/2021 • 42 minutes, 45 seconds
I Need To Mock
SVP and Stanford Steve chat about the humidity, mock drafts, tv shows and Here’s What I Hate. Plus, Pat Forde joins the guys to chat about the Olympics, what it was like covering his daughter swimming in the Olympics and a whole lot more
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8/11/2021 • 57 minutes, 12 seconds
Maya Moore
SVP chats with Maya Moore about stepping away from the game of basketball to fight for Jonathan Irons, who was wrongly convicted. While fighting for Irons’ freedom, the two fell in love and after he was freed, they got married.
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8/3/2021 • 18 minutes, 28 seconds
Lie To Your Child (It's Fine)
SVP and Stanford Steve chat about Chick-fil-A, the Bucks winning the NBA Finals, swim life in the DMV & Conference Expansion. Plus, Collin Morikawa joins the podcast to chat about his win at The Open Championship, changes he made to win, drinking out of the Claret Jug & more
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7/22/2021 • 53 minutes, 32 seconds
Keep Your Poise
SVP and Stanford Steve chat about Yacht Rock, letting their kids fight in the UFC and dealing with traffic. Plus, NBC Golf Analyst Steve Sands joins the podcast to chat about The Open Championship, the Olympics, pizza and more
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7/13/2021 • 52 minutes, 32 seconds
Water Park Wednesday
SVP and Stanford Steve chat about doing things they don’t like to make their kids happy. Plus they chat about device time for their kids and making sure everything is charged. Here’s what I hate and a bonus, what I like. Oh…and some NBA Finals talk
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7/8/2021 • 42 minutes, 5 seconds
Pro Charities
SVP and Stanford Steve chat a little about the NBA Playoffs. Then the two chat about swim meets and how proud they are watching their kids. Plus, Here’s What I Hate and Steve needs some help with a few things.
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7/1/2021 • 45 minutes, 48 seconds
I'm Speaking To The World
SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by Atlanta Hawks guard Kevin Huerter as they chat about his game 7 performance, the team’s playoff run, College Park and more. Plus, a recap of the US Open and Here’s What I Hate
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6/23/2021 • 52 minutes, 21 seconds
Giddy Up
SVP and Stanford Steve chat about all the injuries going on in the NBA and what’s to blame for them. Plus, Here’s What I Hate. Lastly, Soly from No Laying Up joins the guys to chat about Bryson v. Brooks, The US Open and more.
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6/17/2021 • 1 hour, 8 minutes, 3 seconds
Entertainment Tax
SVP and Stanford Steve chat about MLB's problem with pitchers doctoring baseballs. The impact fans are having on sports, especially in college baseball. A look at the NBA Playoffs and what to expect going forward. Plus, some parenting advice and what color is American cheese. Finally, Stu Feiner joins the podcast to talk about mulch, the Islanders and gambling.
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6/9/2021 • 1 hour, 6 minutes, 54 seconds
The Brotherhood
SVP & Stanford Steve chat about Steve’s trip to Camden Yards with his 3 daughters on Monday. Then, the Clippers are coming alive thanks to SVP, Dame Lillard is on fire and can the Bucks hang with the Nets. Plus, a look at the relationship between the media and athletes. Finally, Scott on the Spot and Here’s What I Hate.
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6/3/2021 • 57 minutes, 23 seconds
Put The Phone Down
SVP and Stanford Steve chat about the PGA championship, Brooks Koepka vs. Bryson DeChambeau, the embarrassment that is the Clippers and cicadas. Plus, another edition of What I Hate
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5/27/2021 • 39 minutes, 57 seconds
Cabin John
SVP is at the PGA Championship and after walking the course, it could be a long weekend for golfers if course conditions stay the way they are. Players like Justin Thomas, Brooks Koepka, Jordan Spieth and others met with the media to discuss the course and you'll hear what they had to say. Plus, it could be tough for SVP this week having to wake up and be on the air at 7am
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5/18/2021 • 30 minutes, 52 seconds
Love Is The Answer
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by ESPN’s Brian Windhorst as they discuss the state of the NBA and problems they are facing because of COVID, tanking, resting and much more. Plus, Stanford Steve has some parenting questions for Scott. And, Here’s What I Hate.
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5/5/2021 • 51 minutes, 51 seconds
Thibs Needs A Shape-Up
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by rapper, author, chef, Knicks fan & movie star, Action Bronson as they chat about the Knicks, his weight loss and a whole lot more. Plus, SVP & Stanford Steve are happy this week and they talk about the NFL Draft
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4/28/2021 • 41 minutes, 14 seconds
Take Me To Flavortown
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by Todd McShay as they break down the draft. Plus, Here’s What I Hate
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4/21/2021 • 39 minutes, 53 seconds
The Pick Is Kyle Pitts!
SVP & Stanford Steve are back and chat about the Masters, what to watch now until football starts and Julian Edelman's HOF case. Plus, Here's What I Hate & Scott on the Spot: NFL Draft Edition.
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4/15/2021 • 40 minutes, 14 seconds
Let's Go
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the first two rounds of the Men’s NCAA Tournament. The Big Ten’s awful weekend, Pac 12 making a statement and everything in between. Plus, here’s what I hate and Scott on the spot.
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3/24/2021 • 40 minutes, 59 seconds
Take A Gap Year America
SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by The Undefeated’s Jesse Washington who co-wrote with John Thompson on his autobiography. They chat about Jesse gaining John Thompson’s trust, Allen Iverson, Patrick Ewing and much, much more. Plus, SVP and Steve chat about finally getting a NCAA Tournament after losing it last year and they take a look at the bracket. And, Steve has a bone to pick with construction on college campuses.
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3/16/2021 • 1 hour, 13 minutes, 46 seconds
Remembering March 11, 2020
March 11, 2020 is the day the sports world stopped. On that night, Scott Van Pelt hosted SportsCenter as the world changed and joining him on this episode are the people who were a part of that night. Adrian Wojnarowski, Royce Young and Malika Andrews all joined SVP that night to report on what was going on in the NBA. Behind the scene was Marco Alfandary (producer) and Joe Iuliano (director) as they helped guide SVP through that historical night. Those five people along with SVP take a look back at a night they will never forget
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3/10/2021 • 1 hour, 7 minutes, 46 seconds
It's Fair Dinkum
Fresh off his WGC victory, Collin Morikawa joins SVP and Stanford Steve to talk about his win, playing after Tiger Woods’ accident, what he’s done with his winnings and much more. Plus, Steve thinks Phil Martelli is getting too much air time. Meanwhile, SVP has a beef with traffic cameras
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3/2/2021 • 51 minutes, 35 seconds
Roundball Rock
SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by Iowa’s Luka Garza who leads the country in scoring. Garza chats about what it was like going from D.C to Iowa, playing for Fran McCaffery, returning for his senior season & more. Plus, a new feature that has Steve yelling about Roundball Rock and Scott going off on college basketball’s Net Ranking
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2/23/2021 • 44 minutes, 2 seconds
Big Brave...
SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by Ohio State head coach Chris Holtmann as they talk about dealing with COVID protocols, how tough the Big Ten is, paying attention to rankings & more. Plus, should teams sit out of the conference tournament, things kids talk about and SVP’s daughter running a home gym
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2/17/2021 • 44 minutes, 56 seconds
There's Only One GOAT
SVP and Stanford Steve breakdown the Super Bowl as Tom Brady won his 7th Super Bowl but don’t talk about GOAT status around Steve. The guys also get into the impressive performance by Tampa Bay and what went wrong with Kansas City. Why Otis the dog needs protection when he goes outside. March Madness is around the corner but the status of conference tournaments is still up in the air. Finally, the guys chat about the weather and SVP has Valentine’s Day advice.
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2/9/2021 • 45 minutes, 5 seconds
Jeff Saturday
SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by Jeff Saturday as he goes down memory lane discussing what it was like to finally beat the Patriots, preparing for the Super Bowl, celebrating with his family & more. Stanford Steve talks about going on a recruiting visit at UNC and his host was none other than Jeff Saturday. Plus, SVP has a Super Bowl story about Chris Berman, Tom Jackson, Mike Tirico and himself.
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2/7/2021 • 53 minutes, 25 seconds
The Plane Game
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the good and bad of being a Bills fan, Super Bowl prop bets and Big 12 vs Big 10 in basketball. Plus, Steve explains the GameStop story
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1/28/2021 • 44 minutes, 11 seconds
Don't Judge
SVP and Stanford Steve talk about Bills Mafia, Andy Reid’s masks, if Aaron Rodgers is in the matrix and more from the NFL playoffs. Plus, Tennessee Volunteer fans need to get a grip on expectations. Finally, Scott on the Spot and Steve tries to fix the PGA, NASCAR and college basketball
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1/19/2021 • 54 minutes, 32 seconds
Best Team Ever?
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss Alabama’s impressive National Championship and the football factory that Nick Saban has created. Plus, Alabama was clearly the best team but college football has a problem and the system needs to be fixed. And, the guys preview this weekend’s playoff games that includes talk about squals, why Steve hates the Saints, Buffalo geography & more
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1/13/2021 • 51 minutes, 54 seconds
How Drunk Are People
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the Giants being upset with the Eagles and why they need to calm down and maybe get new uniforms. Plus, the state of Ohio might be drunk and will continue to be drunk with the Browns in the playoffs and OSU in the national championship. The guys also preview the NFL Playoffs and try to draft a daily fantasy team for the playoffs….it didn’t go well
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1/5/2021 • 54 minutes, 33 seconds
Luke Combs, Country Superstar
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss what exactly happened with Lamar Jackson last night, pitchy pitchy woo woo & the bad beat on MNF. Plus, country superstar Luke Combs joins the podcast to discuss going from bouncer to singer, how he got his first hit, friendly wagers and more.
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12/15/2020 • 1 hour, 10 minutes, 44 seconds
Christmas Carols & Duke Basketball
SVP and Stanford Steve start off this episode with a little Christmas karaoke. Next, they get into a discussion about Duke basketball being the most hated team in sports. Then, they get into the latest NFL news and Stanford Steve shares some CFB bowl stories from his playing days.
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12/11/2020 • 40 minutes, 29 seconds
Chris Mooney, Richmond Basketball HC
SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by Richmond basketball coach Chris Mooney as he discusses dealing with COVID-19, beating Kentucky, playing at Princeton and more
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12/2/2020 • 37 minutes, 49 seconds
Bud Dupree
SVP and Stanford Steve are joined by Pittsburgh Steelers’ Bud Dupree as he talks about the rivalry with the Ravens, what an undefeated season means, Big Blue Nation & more. Plus, The Thanksgiving week isn’t the same without all the college basketball tournaments.
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11/24/2020 • 35 minutes, 9 seconds
I Need A Driver
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the problems they have with the NBA Draft and how an awkward selfie improved SVP’s night. Plus, the Pac-12 made a good decision and will allow teams to play non-conference games. Finally, Scott on the Spot that includes speeding tickets, Tito’s, soup power rankings & more
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11/19/2020 • 40 minutes, 8 seconds
Touchscreen 101
SVP is joined by ESPN’s Tim Legler as they discuss the art of using a touchscreen and the performance John King had Tuesday night. Plus, SVP and Stanford Steve have issues hitting their heads on things and being bald isn’t helping. Finally, Scott on the Spot.
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11/5/2020 • 40 minutes, 41 seconds
Ketchup v. Mustard
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by Arizona Cardinals head coach Kliff Kingsbury as he discusses play calling in the NFL, Kyler Murray’s growth, his amazing house and more. Plus, the guys chat about the Big Ten, OSU’s dominance over Michigan & condiments.
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10/27/2020 • 49 minutes, 45 seconds
We Have A Dealer
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by actor/comedian Joel McHale as he talks about hosting ABC’s Card Sharks, being mistaken for Daniel Tosh, walking on the football team at Washington & more. Plus, Scott on the Spot that includes the Big Ten, Poop Town and Lyman Orchards.
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10/20/2020 • 40 minutes, 10 seconds
Get The Ball To Number 5
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by Houston Cougars’ HC Dana Holgorsen as they discuss dealing with COVID-19 protocols, high powered offenses, his wardrobe & more. Plus, Steve talks about things he doesn’t understand including fireworks and red lights in D.C
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10/14/2020 • 39 minutes, 17 seconds
Down & Across
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss exactly how football square pools work because for some reason SVP always messes it up. The two talk about what they miss the most about Connecticut and are looking for assistance to fix this problem. Plus, the college football season feels weird, the Steelers look good and Aaron Rodgers is on fire & more.
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10/8/2020 • 42 minutes, 49 seconds
Duncan Robinson
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by Miami Heat’s Duncan Robinson as he talks about the playoffs, life in the bubble, his career trajectory and more.
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9/29/2020 • 47 minutes, 33 seconds
Get To The Choppa
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by Spencer Hall who will be on SEC Network’s Thinking Out Loud this year as they discuss milk, feeling bad for Missouri, missing out on tailgating and more. Then, Scott & Steve discuss all the injuries going on in the NFL and the impact fantasy football has had on how fans handle players getting injured. Finally, Scott on the Spot.
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9/22/2020 • 56 minutes, 13 seconds
Science Is Always Changing
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss what happened this past week in college football and the impact contact tracing is having on teams. Then, the two discuss if the NFL games seemed flat without fans in attendance and how the NFL always seems to win. Plus, Scott on the Spot that includes Maryland’s state flag, chocolate and peanut butter, 100 Grand candy bars, drafting fantasy teams & more
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9/18/2020 • 37 minutes, 47 seconds
Levy Lounge
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by the new voice of Monday Night Football, Steve Levy. The guys discuss what it’s going to be like when he hears the iconic MNF music, working with Brian Griese & Louis Riddick, what it will be like calling games in empty stadiums & more. Plus, Scott on the Spot….AFC Edition
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9/11/2020 • 31 minutes, 8 seconds
Off To Wyoming
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by Chris Cooley as they preview the NFL season, breakdown the NFL East and discuss what’s going on in Chris’ life. Plus, SVP & Stanford Steve discuss what they would do if they didn’t have to work.
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9/9/2020 • 44 minutes, 50 seconds
Hot Takes with Bill Barnwell
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by ESPN’s Bill Barnwell as they preview the upcoming NFL season and chat about fantasy football. Plus, SVP calls an audible and puts Bill on the spot
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9/2/2020 • 47 minutes, 44 seconds
Oh, hey...we're back
SVP & Stanford Steve are back and officially living in Maryland. The guys discuss their new studio in D.C and things that will make Scott happy including a Chipotle that’s six minutes away, a fridge for his Diet Cokes and he has an office. Next, they talk about the mess going on in college football and compare it when their kids keep asking for something and the answer never changes. Charlie interrupts the podcast screaming but Scott isn’t sure what’s going on and then they get back in to what the future holds for the conferences who are still planning on playing this fall. Finally, Scott on the Spot
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8/21/2020 • 37 minutes, 29 seconds
See You In August
SVP has reached summer break and he rambles on about what it’s been like doing a show the past few months without sports as he also gets ready to move back home. It’s not goodbye….it’s see you in August when SVPod returns
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7/2/2020 • 24 minutes, 58 seconds
Addiction. Recovery. Victory.
SVP chats with 4x PGA Tour winner Chris Kirk who had his first victory on the Korn Ferry Tour last week after stepping away from golf for more than a year to deal with alcohol and depression issues. Chris talks about when he realized he needed help and what the road to recovery was like. Plus, what it's like to love the game of golf again and the feeling he had when he won last week.
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6/25/2020 • 44 minutes, 57 seconds
Survive & Advance: Dad Life
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by SEC Network Analyst Cole Cubelic as they chat about what is like trying to parent their children and the struggles that come when their wives are away
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6/17/2020 • 39 minutes, 38 seconds
Is It July Yet?
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss the idea of team sports returning, how teams will manage if they have players test positive for COVID-19 and the idea of next man up. Plus, the PGA Tour returns this week and the guys pick who their favorite is to win. And, Scott on the Spot
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6/10/2020 • 43 minutes, 12 seconds
It's Time To Listen
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by Damien Woody to chat about what the past week has been like, what it's like being an African American, what needs to happen to see real change & more
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6/4/2020 • 34 minutes, 48 seconds
Headline or Storyline
SVP & Stanford Steve chat with Washington Capitals defenseman John Carlson about how long it will take players to get back into skating shape, an asterisk on the season, Ovi asking for ketchup with his pasta & more. Plus, Scott on the Spot.
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5/28/2020 • 46 minutes, 24 seconds
I'm Curious
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss how promising things are looking for sports to return but also the impact this pandemic has done for recruiting and they chat with Nick Saban. Plus, Scott chats with Phil Mickelson to preview his upcoming charity match with Tom Brady against Tiger Woods and Peyton Manning. And, Steve found a house, synonyms for the word curious & Scott on the Spot
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5/21/2020 • 51 minutes, 35 seconds
The Answer Is Zero
SVP gets into the Last Dance with Charles Barkley to chat about the 1993 NBA Finals. Then, Michael Wilbon and Jackie MacMullan join the show to discuss MJ walking away from the game and how he used grudges to motivate himself. Plus, Stanford Steve puts Scott on the Spot
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5/5/2020 • 48 minutes, 24 seconds
I'm The Network
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss Dennis Rodman taking a mid-season vacation to Vegas, the Pistons not shaking hands with the Bulls after losing & what to expect going forward with The Last Dance. And, Scott yells at Stanford Steve & Big Cat over NCAA14. Plus, conversations with John Salley, Michael Wilbon & Jackie MacMullan.
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4/28/2020 • 57 minutes, 16 seconds
Toilet Paper or Shower
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss what life has been like at home and why April 22nd was Scott's breaking point. Then, how high is too high to do an interview with the Beastie Boys. Then the guys get into The Last Dance, NFL Draft & Scott on the Spot
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4/23/2020 • 47 minutes, 23 seconds
The Band Is Back Together
The band is back together as SVP, Stanford Steve and Russillo discuss everything from buying a bike, working out, hobbies, life without sports and more.
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4/9/2020 • 37 minutes, 46 seconds
Put A Shirt On
SVP and Stanford Steve discuss how things have been during the quarantine, which has included lots Paw Patrol and trying to play NCAA14. Plus, professional golfer Justin Thomas crashed the recording and did it without a shirt on to talk about how things have been without tournaments.
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4/3/2020 • 33 minutes, 40 seconds
We Need More Fruit
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss what the last week has been like without sports including how disappointing it is to not have the NCAA Tournament. Plus, Kansas basketball coach Bill Self joins the guys to talk about having their season cut short and what he's been up to the past week
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3/18/2020 • 42 minutes, 46 seconds
Good Time Charlie
SVP & Stanford Steve are joined by former Maryland Assistant Coach Jimmy Patsos as they talk about Maryland's National Championship in 2002, scouting Paul Pierce, his game plan against Steph Curry, gambling, trips to France and more. Plus, Scott on the Spot including how many times SVP said "Let's Go" at GameDay on Saturday.
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3/4/2020 • 54 minutes, 50 seconds
Looking For A Nugget
SVP & Stanford Steve discuss Diet Coke, going school hunting in DC and Michael Jordan showing a side nobody has seen from him. Plus, Scott on the Spot & the ultimate Las Vegas comeback story.
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2/25/2020 • 46 minutes, 18 seconds
Triple Chicken
SVP talks about being a bachelor this weekend with his family on vacation, a credential mishap and winning a bet against Tiger Woods. Plus, Gonzaga head coach Mark Few on his career and what he is seeing from his team this year.
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2/12/2020 • 54 minutes, 13 seconds
SAT vs. Street IQ
SVP goes off on the "win probability" in the Super Bowl and has no idea who is good in college basketball but loves KenPom right now. Plus, SVP and Stanford Steve discuss the bar scene at Maryland and Stanford and we have a new feature
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2/5/2020 • 40 minutes, 47 seconds
Remembering Kobe
Steve Kerr joins SVP to chat about what made Kobe one of the best ever and so similar to MJ. Then, SVP and Stanford Steve break down the Super Bowl and discuss a company potluck for the game
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1/29/2020 • 1 hour, 5 minutes, 54 seconds
Making It Up On The Fly
SVP is finally joined by Stanford Steve after missing week 1 and the two react to Championship Weekend in the NFL. Plus, Raheem Mostert had a historical NFC Championship Game and he joins the guys to chat about the up and down path he had to take to get to Sunday (13:30). Later, things get a little awkward when Stugotz calls in (31:30). Finally, Joe Buck chats about how he will know if he did a good job calling the Super Bowl and how Jim Nantz made his family cry happy tears (33:00).
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1/22/2020 • 59 minutes, 48 seconds
Ham Sandwich & Some Boudin
SVP hears from Matthew McConaughey who promotes his new movie, Tiger Woods who talks about his short game, Big Cat who is hurting from the title game & Tony Kornheiser welcomes Scott to DC. Plus, Scott goes down memory lane talking about gambling in New Orleans.
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1/15/2020 • 41 minutes, 49 seconds
SVPod
Scott Van Pelt, the popular SportsCenter anchor and former ESPN Radio host will present a weekly show that will include long-form interviews, commentary and expanded takes on his "One Big Thing" segment on SportsCenter.
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