Episode 2: Women Ask All
Costumes, COVID, cutouts and Clare (the Bachelorette)
We discuss costumes, COVID, cutouts and Clare (the Bachelorette) on the new episode of Women Ask All.
Joining us on episode two are Lincee Ray, Kourtney Brooks and Gale Wilkinson as we cover everything that's on your mind and plenty of things that aren't.
Show Notes
Lincee Ray: The brilliant and witty host behind the “I Hate Green Beans” podcast. (If you don’t listen already, go subscribe ASAP). Since we have Lincee on here and we’re all Bachelor franchise fans, we’re going to have to ask about the hot mess that is the Bachelorette this season. She can say the ABCs backwards, really does hate green beans and is "a little too enthusiastic about Netflix, mix tapes and holiday-themed Oreos.”
Gale Wilkinson: Gale could be one of the smartest people we know (she’s a Venture Capital Managing Partner) but she’s also damn funny. She’s currently taking recommendations for a movie based on a true story to enjoy over a Moscow Mule. She is planning on working from the road with her hubby and pup for a few weeks. Watch out Kansas City, Springfield, MO, Fayetteville, Tulsa, Dallas, Austin, Memphis, Nashville and Indianapolis, she’s coming for you!
Kourtney Brooks: The world needs more Kourtney Brooks. Kourtney has never met a martini she didn’t like and yet still manages to get more done in one day than most do in a week. This really fun and motivated gal created TINGE, a body beauty brand that’s launching their first product line, the TINGE tint, later this fall. The TINGE tint, a lightweight, long-lasting body foundation. (Might also be why she is so fond of martinis)?
Links to things we talked about:
Podcasts
Tailgate Treats (check back for new recipes every Friday)
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Sports + Science = What You Need To Know
Don your geek glasses and break out the pocket protector - this episode is bursting at the seams with brilliance.
(Podcast length 4:36 mins - transcript is below)
We're big fans of the show "Sports Science" so we partnered with our friends over at STEM Sports to give you something to talk about.
Transcript
1. The average person burns 45 calories an hour from just sitting. (Sadly, that doesn’t burn off the desk stress eating). Now imagine if your job was to get out from behind the desk and go for a run. Baseball players run the shortest distance equivalent in a game at only .0375 miles with soccer topping out around 7-9.5 miles a game (depending on the player’s position). In the middle is football (1.25 miles for quarterbacks and cornerbacks), basketball (2.55 miles) and tennis (3 miles). HIT THE ROAD
2. Feel the need for speed? We all know a Serena Williams’ serve clocks in at over 100 MPH, but did you know that in the game of volleyball, international men and women spikers hit the ball at the opposing team at well over 60 MPH. IN YOUR FACE
3. The air pressure in a basketball is key to a basketball player’s dribbling ability and performance. World-renowned basketball entertainer and speaker Sandy Slade noted the need to adjust the air pressure in her basketballs for her NBA (National Basketball Association) halftime performances, especially when she traveled from one climate to a vastly different one the next night. Bet you didn’t know that overinflated soccer balls can cause injuries such as lower leg bone breaks and concussions? THAT’LL LEAVE A MARK
4. While we were binge watching “This is Paris,” Pawan Kumar Srivatava set the Guinness World Record for dribbling a basketball for over three days - 55 hours and 26 minutes. YOUR 55 HOURS WAS PROBABLY MORE FUN
5. Here's a record you probably never thought about breaking. In 2012, former University of North Carolina women’s soccer player Indi Cowie set a Guinness World Record by juggling a soccer ball 102 times with her heel. FANCY FOOTWORK
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The 5 College Mascots You Never Knew You Needed In Your Life
Let’s talk tigers, trees and one that became dinner.
(Podcast length 5:47 mins - transcript is below)
Mascots - the lovable furry friends that inspire fans and their teams. They're exactly what we need to get us through the second half of 2020.
Transcript
1. Stanford University’s team name is “The Cardinal” (after the color red and yes, it’s singular). They were the Indians until 1972 and they haven’t had an official mascot since then as no one can agree on a winner. You've probably seen a jubilant tree on the sidelines and wondered why someone brought a giant car freshener pine tree to the game? The tree has become the face of the athletic program but it is technically part of the band. SMELL GOOD, PLAY GOOD?
2. Live animals as mascots are not only frowned upon by PETA but also by your wallet. The LSU (Louisiana State) Tiger - Mike the Tiger’s habitat cost $3 million to build, which was raised through private donors. That $3M doesn’t include the new COVID fence that was built to provide an additional four-foot barrier between pedestrians and the seventh Mike the Tiger. Mike’s also not into rallying the fans as the live tiger hasn’t been permitted on the field for games since 2017. WHERE’S CAROL BASKIN WHEN YOU NEED HER?
3. With horns straight out of a cartoon, Texas Longhorns’ Bevo (who is a longhorn) has become as iconic as the athletic program. Let’s hope that the 15th Bevo’s fate turns out better than one of his ancestors, who became dinner for the football team when the school couldn’t afford the upkeep. NO LOVE FOR THE LONGHORN
4. Billy the Goat, the mascot for the Naval Academy, can be traced back to the 1800s. In fact, the goat is one of the oldest mascots in sports. Billy even has its own security detail during the week of the famed Army-Navy football game to prevent it from being kidnapped by Army supporters. DIRTY JOBS
5. The first couple of college mascots, Wilma and Wilber Wildcat, are the mascots for the University of Arizona. Wilma was created when the costume designers were trying to create another costume for Wilber. Oops. They were married November 21st, 1986 before a football game. Her job is primarily women’s volleyball and women’s basketball. The two will be quarantining together this football season since the PAC-12 cancelled the fall football season. THINK THEY’RE PERFECTING THEIR SOURDOUGH BREAD RECIPE?
*Both Stanford and University of Arizona’s mascots will not be seen on the field anytime soon as their conference, the PAC-12 has opted out of the fall football season.
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The NFL Is Starting Its Season And We're Here For It
What do whistles, vacuum cleaners and lots of laundry have to do with the season?
(Podcast length 5:03 mins - transcript is below)
We weren’t sure it was going to happen but the NFL (National Football League) is kicking off its season and we’re here for it. Are you ready for some football?
Transcript
Let’s recap last year for a moment:
The Kansas City Chiefs beat the San Francisco 49ers in the Super Bowl. The biggest move of the off-season was Tom Brady flying south for the season to play for the Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
1. If it feels like the season snuck up on you, you’re right. There were no preseason games this year to help combat the spread of COVID. Fans of fantasy football weren’t happy about the absence of the preseason because they didn’t have a chance to scout players for their fantasy teams. Now the season will begin on Thursday night with the Chiefs, and their recently engaged quarterback Patrick Mahomes, taking on J.J. Watt and his Houston Texans. HOLD ONTO YOUR HATS
2. The sidelines will look a little empty as cheerleaders, mascots and sideline reporters will not be allowed on the field. It won't matter that there won't be a mascot to throw out t-shirts, because some stadiums will be empty for games with a handful of teams opting not to have fans present. The lack of fan noise won't be an issue because the NFL has approved for stadiums to use artificial fan noise in-stadium, but have set very strict rules on how loud that can be. The limit is 75 decibels – about the same as a vacuum cleaner. CHEER FROM THE COUCH
3. Just like college football, the referees will have electronic whistles to prevent their spittle from going everywhere like it would with a regular whistle. And you can also bet, just like college football, the NFL equipment managers will be busy making sure everything is sanitized and that includes laundry. One college team reported already doing 2.1 million pounds of laundry before the season even started. That number is significant because they did 3 million pounds of laundry total last season. AT LEAST THEY’LL SMELL GOOD?
4. Unlike may other professional sports, the NFL will not have a “bubble.” The bubble concept is unrealistic for football as teams have massive rosters and more coaches than any of other professional sport. Case in point - teams are limited to only traveling with 70 people including coaches, medical personnel and support staff. (For comparison sake, when the season began, basketball was limited to 37 people including players). No bubble doesn’t mean there aren’t a long list of rules to follow and protocol for anyone testing positive. Interestingly, any player who has tested positive and recovered (or who have tested positive for antibodies) will undergo additional cardiac screening. SAFETY FIRST
5. The Las Vegas Raiders will make their debut in their new home city this season. Their new stadium is pretty cool with a prime view of the iconic Las Vegas Strip. Too bad there will be no fans in the stands to take in the view. VIVA LAS RAIDERS
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The Cost For Cancelling The College Football Season
Will your favorite university’s football program survive COVID?
(Podcast length 5:19 mins - transcript is below)
With two of the five “Power Conferences” postponing their season until possibly the spring, the college football season, as we know it, looks bleak.
Transcript
1. Football is by far the largest revenue generator for universities’ athletic departments. The 65 “Power Five” schools stand to lose more than $4 billion in football revenues and at least $1.2 billion of that from lost ticket revenue. (Power Five schools – think Ohio State, Michigan, USC, LSU, Florida State, etc). For perspective, the cancellation of the March Madness tournament (basketball) cost schools $375 million, which doesn’t hold a candle to football season. Wonder what your favorite school’s athletic department’s annual budget is? PREPARE TO HAVE YOUR MIND BLOWN
2. Out of the 1,100+ NCAA schools, only 29 made a profit and very few have the financial reserves needed. That loss in revenue from the March Madness tournament that never happened and football season will impact other sports. Schools have already committed to pulling non-revenue generating sports like men’s and women’s golf, hockey, baseball/softball and tennis. That’s why in the PAC-12 (Pacific Athletic Conference) player protest that they wanted to cut coaching and administrative salaries to lower the overhead to protect these other sports. WILL THEY SURVIVE?
3. The trickle-down effect is real. From the non-athletic side of universities that count on the money, to the Olympics, which count on amateur athletes to lead the country to gold. TEAM U.S.A. could be a side effect of the cancellation of the seasons for sports other than football. GOING FOR GOLD
4. It’s not just about the dollars and cents for the schools, the players may take a hit having to choose between the NFL Draft (National Football League) and a football season, if they play in the spring. (I.e. key players are not likely to play if it comes down to it because they would need to focus on preparing for the draft which is also in the spring). A season can make or break a player in their future football career, so it’s anyone’s guess what will happen. CONTINUE THE UNPREDICTABILITY
5. So many college towns depend on these games, from the food vendors to the hotels. For example, on average, the Tuscaloosa area (home of Alabama football) sees a “visitor expenditure impact” of about $19.6 million from a home game. BRING HOME THE BACON
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The 5 Things You Need To Know About This Year's Kentucky Derby
Saturday will be all about cocktails, fashion and you named your racehorse what?
(Podcast length 4:25 mins - transcript is below)
Come for the fashion, stay for the horse racing (it’s only two minutes). After all that 2020 has thrown at us, everyone needs an excuse to dress up, don a hat and have a cocktail, even if it’s at home.
Transcript
1. The 146th running of the Kentucky Derby will take place at the Churchill Downs Racetrack on Saturday September 5 at 6:50 EST. The race is often referred to as the “most exciting two minutes in sports” because that’s how long it takes for the horses to run the 1¼ mile track. The winner after those quick two minutes, receives a garland of over 400 red roses, a tradition since 1932. TIME YOUR BATHROOM TRIP RIGHT OR YOU’LL MISS THE WHOLE RACE
2. Like so many sports, for the first time ever the Derby will be run without fans. Louisville, where the Derby takes place, is bracing for an estimated loss of $400 million in tourism dollars. HITTING THEM WHERE IT HURTS
3. Ever wonder how they name the racehorses? There are a whole slew of rules set forth by the Jockey Club to abide by when naming a horse. Of course, nothing racy is approved but names like Hoochiecoochiemama, Bodacious Tatas and Hardawn (say it aloud) have slipped past the reviewers. WE’D PAY TO HEAR ANNOUNCERS READ THOSE NAMES ON TV
4. We’d be remiss if we didn’t discuss the hats. The long-standing tradition started with a goal to have high-class spectators attend the race. The Derby hat as we know it, didn’t come around until the 1960s when fashion norms loosened up and big, bright and festive were socially acceptable. We highly suggest you try this tradition at home. THE BEST CELEBRITY DERBY HATS
5. Don't think we'd leave you hanging without a go to cocktail for your party. The mint julep is the traditional drink of the Derby. Over 120,000 mint juleps are served during a fan-attended Derby weekend at Churchill Downs. But don’t worry the traditional drink is easy to make at home. HERE’S HOW
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Women Ask All
Talking life, dating and answering your sports questions. Yep, it’s that much fun all in one podcast episode.
(Podcast length 48 mins)
Try to resist the urge to open a bottle of rosé as we chat with three of the most talented and kick#ss ladies about life, sports, the Bachelor franchise and the all important question of if/when we will ever return to wearing pants with a real waistband. #YogaPantsForever
Special guests:
Kourtney Brooks, Lincee Ray and Lisa Alberti
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The Only 5 Things You Need To Know About Fantasy Football
Here’s how to talk shop and take home a win. Athletic ability need not apply.
(Podcast length 5:21 mins - transcript is below)
The new hobby in your life to overtake your quarantine baking obsession.
Transcript
1. The sport of fantasy football was originally developed in 1962 but modern fantasy football started in 1999 when Yahoo! offered an online league. Now players can create teams using ESPN or other sports apps as well as make some dough with online betting sites like DraftKing and FanDuel, although they are still illegal in a few states. BETTING IT ALL
2. It’s a male dominated “sport,” with men making up over 80% of the 60 million participants. But don’t look now because women are whipping up teams of their own. There are whole leagues and even businesses dedicated to helping the female football fan join in on the fun. YOU GOT THIS
3. Picking a team name is the best part but remember no one is intimidated by the “Glitter Gridiron” team. Luckily for you, there are massive lists of names out there for inspiration. Some of our favorites? Sacks and the City, Game of Throws, Teddy Throwsevelt and Hot Chubb Time Machine (referencing Nick Chubb of the Cleveland Browns). CLEVER EH?
4. Women only leagues are popular where everyone can enjoy themselves without having to worry about the bro culture (see next). Fantasy football is usually fun but some leagues aren’t for the faint of heart. They take it very seriously and there’s a punishment for coming in last. The penalties include piercings, buying drinks for the entire next football season, doing standup at a local open mic night or waxing of the nether regions (by a professional, of course, because what are we animals)? THAT’S GOING TO LEAVE A MARK
5. Drafts, trades and researching game day opponents are all part of the game, hence why U.S. employers suffer a $17 billion (yes with a 'b') loss in productivity due to fantasy football. (Let’s see what happens with everyone working from home without a boss over their shoulder). It hurts the employee’s pockets too, spending an average of $556 on entry fees, materials and prizes. ALL ABOUT THE BENJAMINS
Who is the commish, why do I care about bye weeks and what's the recipe for success? Check out our fantasy football 101 for the answers to all your questions. And remember, this year with COVID it’s going to be a little more challenging, but you can still dominate.
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5 Women Changing Sports For The Better
This isn’t your typical list. It’s made up of #GSDers who are taking their seat at the table.
(Podcast length 3:50 - transcript is below)
We all know about the great work that female athletes like Serena Williams and the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team are doing for women in the sports world, but what about those who are just outside the spotlight? These five women are flying under the radar (sort of) but making things happen on and off the field.
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[Transcript]
1. Playing together on the same team for the first time since college are sisters Nneka and Chiney Ogwumike of the Los Angeles Sparks. The two are more than teammates, they’re advocates for the women who make up the WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association). They’re women just like us, students, mothers and businesswomen who happen to dominate on the court. Nneka and Chiney, who are leaders of the league’s players association, led the player negotiations that lead to maternity benefits, higher travel standards and increases to player cash compensation and benefits. RAISING THE BAR
2. Move over Jerry Maguire, Nicole Lynn is here. In this year’s NFL Draft (National Football League), Lynn, 30, became the first black woman to represent a top-five NFL draft pick. Before the draft, she took to the internet to figure out what other women agents have worn and found no inspiration because only two women have ever represented players in the draft previously. The next in line will have Lynn to look up to. TAKE YOUR SEAT AT THE TABLE
3. Becky Hammon is setting the NBA (National Basketball Association) on fire. She’s currently the lead assistant coach for the San Antonio Spurs and with Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich out, fans are wondering why Hammon isn’t being allowed to step into the head coaching position. The team instead brought in former player Tim Duncan to replace Popovich even though it seems Hammon is doing the work. They might want to watch out because she’s already the first woman ever to interview for an NBA head coaching job and it’s a matter of time until another team hires her to be the boss. SLAM DUNK
4. The NHL (National Hockey League) is walking the walk, living up to their statement that hockey is for everyone. During the Chicago Blackhawks – St. Louis Blues game last year on International Women’s Day, the broadcast and production crew will be made up entirely of women. They’ve also opened up the All-Star NHL skills competition to female hockey players. NOW WE’RE TALKING
5. Soon baseball will no longer be left to the “boys of summer.” Kudos to Justine Siegal who paved the way for so many women when she became the first woman to coach for a Major League Baseball (MLB) organization (Oakland Athletics Fall League, 2015). This year, the San Francisco Giants hired Alyssa Nakken as an assistant coach on their big league roster. Both the Chicago Cubs and New York Yankees appointed women to their minor league coaching staff. WHO’S ON FIRST
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What You Need To Know About The "Greatest Spectacle in Racing”
From the traditional kiss to the victory milk (yes, milk) this race will give you plenty to talk about.
(Podcast length 4:43 mins - transcript is below)
The “Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” the Indy 500, traditionally runs on Memorial Day weekend but like everything in 2020, things have changed. Just because there won’t be fans in the stands doesn’t mean that this weekend’s race won’t be a spectacle worth talking about.
Transcript
1. The Indy 500, called “The Greatest Spectacle in Racing,” takes place at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway aka the Brickyard. It’s called the Brickyard because the track used to be made of bricks, which are still exposed under the asphalt at the start-finish line. It’s a tradition to kiss these bricks. We can confirm that the Center for Disease Control and Prevention did not come up with that idea. MASK UP
2. Move over Gatorade, milk is the drink of the winners at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The tradition that involves the winner swigging milk began in 1936 with Louis Meyer, whose go to drink after a win was a refreshing glass of milk. The act was spotted by an overjoyed milk executive and the rest is history. MILK…IT QUENCHES YOUR THIRST. SAID NO ONE EVER.
3. With no fans in the stands to boost the revenues, the prize money for the race has been slashed from $15 million to $7.5 million. Ticket sales equate for at least $20 million in revenue which leaves a huge hole for new track owner, businessman turned race team owner Roger Penske, who bought the speedway in late 2019. Penske purchased the track from the Hulman family who owned it since 1945. BETTER LUCK NEXT YEAR?
4. This is the first race in 20 years that there will be no female drivers in the race. The most notable female driver in the sport, Danica Patrick, will be joined in the broadcast booth by veteran announcer Mike Tirico (you might recognize him from the Olympics). Now retired from driving, Patrick holds the title of being the first woman to ever lead a lap at the Indy 500 and has driven on the track both in IndyCar and NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing). ON THE FAST TRACK
5. The Andretti name has been a mainstay in IndyCar for decades. This year another member of the famous racing family will start the race in pole position, the first family member to do that in 33 years. (Pole position is the ideal place to start the race. You could almost say it’s like starting the race in first place, but not quite). A FAMILY AFFAIR
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I Like Flat Bats And I Cannot Lie
Decoding cricket and its tea breaks, champagne and skyrocketing popularity for women who play it.
(Podcast length 6 mins - transcript is below)
We’ve heard from a lot of you that you’d like to know more about cricket. It’s not commonly played in the U.S. but it’s continuing to gain popularity especially as participation in high impact sports like football declines.
So, we went straight to the expert, our Last Night’s Game southern hemisphere correspondent and massive cricket fan, Toby, to understand the ins and outs of the game and the culture surrounding the sport. He gave us the low down on how to fit in, what we needed to know and most importantly, what we needed to eat and drink when watching a match.
Transcript
While cricket seems like the proper sport where you’d dress like you’re going to a garden party, is that the case?
Well, Cricket is largely played in countries that were former British colonies, hence the perception around the proper attire. If you are going to sit in a ‘members’ area at some of the famous grounds around the world such as Lord’s in London, or the Melbourne Cricket Ground in Melbourne, Australia, you’d need to wear a suit and jacket for men and equivalent for the ladies.
However, if you are sitting in the general crowd at the ground...anything goes.
Baseball is synonymous beer, hot dogs and Cracker Jacks, what kinds of traditional food should we make sure we eat when we’re watching a match and what should we drink?
Lots of water! Cricket games can take a long time, and they are played outdoors. But, traditionally, drinking beer at the cricket is considered part of the activity (much like baseball) although options have developed. The Lord’s Cricket Ground in London (considered the home of cricket) is famous for its members sipping champagne while watching the action.
Must also be noted that because cricket is played by many different cultures around the world, what is appropriate to drink at the game changes from country to country. Same with food. The foods served at the cricket are often synonymous with the local cuisine where the game is being played. In Australia it might be pies or chips, in the United Kingdom - pork sausages, and in the likes of India, Pakistan or Sri Lanka, local spicy foods.
You mentioned that games can last for a long time. What are we talking about?
It depends on the game. There are three formats of cricket:
1. Test cricket, which goes over five days;
2. One-day cricket, which goes for one day; and
3. T20 cricket, which takes four hours.
In test cricket, the players pay in two-hour intervals each day and stop for ‘lunch’ (40 mins) and ‘tea’ (20 mins). Test cricket is the traditional format of cricket, and both teams wear all white uniforms. In the other formats, the players wear team oriented colored clothes.
Is there a “Super Bowl” of cricket? A big matchup that we could get excited about (and maybe catch on TV in the states)?
One day cricket has a World Cup held every four years. The last Men’s World Cup was held in London last year and had an amazing final. In recent years, women’s cricket has exploded. The Women’s World Cup was held in Australia earlier this year and it was the second highest attendance at a women’s sporting event in the world (86,174 attended the final). Katy Perry was the pre-game entertainment.
Who is the Cristiano Ronaldo of the sport? (I.e. the most popular cricket player)?
India is the largest cricket nation in the world, and the captain of their national team is therefore the most revered player in the world, his name is Virat Kohli.
What do we need to know about the game itself?
Cricket’s closest cousin is baseball but there are more differences than similarities. For one, the wicket keeper who stands behind the batter wears gloves, but the remaining fields do not wear gloves.
Here’s a great video that explains cricket in an easy to understand way in less than two minutes. (Don’t let the terms intimidate you - that’s normal). In addition to that, here are a few key terms that might help you up your game.
Bowler - is the pitcher
Over - is made up of six pitches. Each bowler, bowls six pitches and that is then called an over. Another bowler then bowls from the other end of the pitch.
Wickets - is used to define both the clay-based pitch that the batter bats on and the three wooden stumps at each end that the bowler is trying to hit.
‘Howzat!’ - is what the bowler yells to appeal to the umpire when he thinks he has a batter out and wants the umpire to make a call.
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Basketball Is Back - What You Need To Know
What you can expect from the unusual NBA season that restarts today.
(Podcast length 4 mins - transcript is below)
Life inside the bubble of the restart of the NBA season where teams are in it to win it.
Transcript
Remind me where we left off. The NBA (National Basketball Association) shut down their season on March 11, which was a little over halfway through the season. Now it returns on Thursday, July 30 with 22 teams inside the NBA bubble. Why 22 and not all 30? They are the teams that had a shot or had already qualified for the postseason. (And let’s be honest to give big names like Zion Williamson of the New Orleans Pelicans, some TV time). Regardless, the season will end in mid-October with a new NBA champion. HITTING THE HARDWOOD
1. Team hotels in Disney World (home of the NBA bubble) were assigned by a team’s record, the better the team, the nicer the hotel. The rationale? Teams that are better are likely to be there longer. HOME AWAY FROM HOME
2. At this moment, players’ families aren’t allowed into the bubble (unlike the WNBA – Women’s National Basketball Association). For so many players, after a significant amount of time at home, it was hard to leave knowing they might not see their families for two months. As it stands now, after the first round is over, restrictions should lighten up and families will be allowed but they too will have to quarantine before entering the bubble. A SWEET STORY THAT’LL MELT YOUR HEART
3. Players who opt out of the season without a medical exemption will not be paid. Players like Avery Bradley of the Los Angeles Lakers have opted out of the season for the safety of their families. He is opting out because his son has a respiratory ailment that is one of the riskiest conditions for someone who contracts COVID. SAFETY FIRST
4. Life inside the bubble is kind of like summer camp for professional athletes with fishing, golf and beer. That being said, there have been a fair share of challenges like players stepping outside the bubble to pick up food a delivery (a no-no) and for visits to the strip club (clearly a no-no). It’s working for now, but still has its challenges. IN IT TOGETHER
5. Want to get involved? The NBA has a new deal with Michelob Ultra that includes installing video boards for 300 fans to appear during games to add some atmosphere to the empty stands. That'll be a nice change as the teams have been practicing on courts built inside ballrooms at the various on-property hotels. CHEERS
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5 Things You Need To Know About An Unprecedented MLB Season
Here’s what you can expect from the boys of summer.
(Podcast length 4:20 - transcript is below)
Major League Baseball is the first of the four major professional sports to return to play. Who knows what might happen a month from now (or heck tomorrow) but here are the important things you need to know about the return to the field for the boys of summer.
Transcript
Remind me what happened last year
The Washington Nationals won their first World Series and everyone in sports still hates the Houston Astros for stealing signs. And no, we’re not talking about billboards.
1. The biggest talk of this season is obviously COVID but unlike many other professional sports, MLB (Major League Baseball) isn’t requiring their players to live in a “bubble.” They will be playing 60 games instead of 162 games and only playing regional games. Then there’s the Toronto Blue Jays who aren’t allowed to play at home per the Canadian Government, because the government didn’t want players coming back and forth into the country from the COVID hotspot that is the U.S. HOWDY NEIGHBOR
2. There may be no bubble but that doesn’t mean there aren’t A LOT of safety rules to follow. Some include no spitting (um have you ever watched a game? They all spit), no brawls, no showers and no licking fingers (this is something most pitchers do). Because of social distancing rules, games will start with some players sitting in the stands instead of the dugout. CHEER SQUAD
3. Since there will be no fans at the games, the league has found an interesting way to fill the silence. Fans can boo or cheer on their team via the MLB app and ballpark staff will adjust the sound accordingly in the stadium for the live game. Unlike attending a game in person, fans can boo their rival team from the bathroom. FROM THE COMFORT OF YOUR OWN HOME
4. Filling the stands with compliant, well behaved fans has never been so easy. A handful of teams are selling personalized cardboard cutouts that will be placed in the stands during home games. Some have taken it to another level by benefitting a charity with each sale and others will send you the ball if it hits your cutout. WHAT WILL THEY THINK OF NEXT?
5. The first game of the season will be on Thursday, July 23 when the Washington Nationals take on the New York Yankees. Tune in early to see Dr. Anthony Fauci throw out the first pitch for his beloved Nats and stay for the highly anticipated pitcher’s duel between the two teams. STRIKE OUT COVID
If you want more about the new rules of the game for this season or our frequently asked questions, check out our baseball 101.
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True Crimes - Athletes Edition
True stories of real crimes.
(Podcast length 5:00 - transcript is below)
They might be invincible on the field, but not in the eyes of the law.
Transcript
1. During his career, Chicago Bears (NFL – National Football League) wide receiver Sam Hurd was the head of a high-level, drug dealing operation and it appeared he thought he was invincible. How so? Long before he was arrested, one of his associates was pulled over with $88,000 in cash while driving Hurd’s car. Hurd had the guts to ask for the money back. He knew the cops were onto him but he refused to believe that cell phones that came from Mexico could be wiretapped. Needless to say he’s serving out a 15-year sentence in Texas. NEW PHONE WHO DIS?
2. Currently serving out his 25-year sentence in a Moroccan prison is former UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship) fighter Lee “Lightning” Murray. He was charged with being the mastermind in the largest bank heist in history - $100M. While the plan was flawlessly executed – the robbery took place without any injuries or even a bullet being fired – they weren’t so smart afterward where flubs like abandoned guns and cars and snitches were prevalent. Don’t think this half-Moroccan citizen has let the downtime go to waste, he tried to escape using tiny saws that were snuck in inside of biscuits. WHERE THERE’S A WILL
3. We’ve all stepped out of the house in our favorite outfit only to get something on it. The same happened to former NFL player Ray Lewis at a post-Super Bowl party. He and some friends got into a fight that left two people dead. Lewis was a suspect because had blood on his suit and in his limo. The cream-colored suit became the storyline of the trial. Lewis said his suit was too nice to have committed murder but the suit disappeared not long after the crime and is still M.I.A. today. No one was charged with the murder and Lewis ended up going to jail for obstruction of justice because he instructed his friends to not speak of the incident. SNITCHES GET STITCHES
4. We all know the story of former NFL player O.J. Simpson and his trial for the 1994 murder of his ex-wife Nicole Brown Simpson, and her friend Ron Goldman. From the white Bronco freeway chase, to the black leather glove that didn’t fit the story blazed across the headlines. While he was acquitted in that trial, exactly 13 years to the day of when he was famously acquitted, he wasn’t so lucky. He was sentenced to prison for kidnapping and robbery after he tried to take back his memorabilia. He served nine years in prison and was released last year. You can follow his post-prison adventures on his (slightly whacky) social media. IF THE GLOVE DON’T FIT
5. Lenny Dykstra went from the top of the world as World Series winner with the New York Mets (MLB - Major League Baseball) in 1986 to prison. Long story short, post-baseball he claimed to have a 100% hit rate at picking winning stocks and convinced people to jump on board his bandwagon, including the money man himself - Jim Cramer. Then he failed at starting a magazine, meanwhile pissing a lot of people off. Eventually he filed for bankruptcy, owing an obscene amount of money to creditors. Life finally caught up with him when he was arrested and served time in prison for bankruptcy fraud. He hid a bunch of assets during his bankruptcy filing and decided to sell them afterward for cash. Shocking, he got caught. THEY KNOW EVERYTHING
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Our Favorite Trivia Questions
Impress the best and be prepared to be bamboozled.
(Podcast length 4:00 - transcript is below)
Whether you’re getting your social time in via Zoom or in person, these questions will stump even the biggest sports fan. And they’re sure to make you laugh out loud.
Transcript
Q: In 1920, the University of Texas football players had their mascot (a longhorn cow) at the annual sports banquet under less than ideal circumstances. What were those circumstances?
A: He was dinner.
The university couldn’t afford the upkeep of Bevo so they fattened him up and slaughtered him before the banquet.
Q: What is the Westminster Dog Show is named after?
A: A bar.
The “sporting gentlemen” who came up with the famed dog show used to meet up at the Westminster Hotel to talk about their hunting dogs. So when they started the organization in 1877, they named it after their favorite place.
Q: The very first Wimbledon was in 1877 and was actually a fundraiser for England’s favorite sport at the time. What was that sport? (Hint: it’s not tennis)
A: Croquet
The All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club was focused first on croquetbut then the good people of London began to fall in love with the new sport of tennis. The rest is history.
Q: This WWE wrestler holds the title for the most wishes (Make-A-Wish) granted by a single individual, with over 600 wishes.
A: John Cena.
The WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) star is the most requested celebrity by kids for their Make-A-Wish.
Q: College GameDay mainstay Lee Corso played football in college at Florida State. Who was his football playing roommate who became a famous actor?
A: Burt Reynolds (RIP)
The two played together at Florida State in the 1950s and Corso is said to have been a catalyst in Reynolds’ acting career. Maybe his football experience is what drew him to the role in the 1974 version of “The Longest Yard.”
There’s more where that came from in our extended version of the Last Night’s Game trivia.
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The 4th Of July Tradition That'll Make You Want To Vomit
This podcast will definitely make you the hit of the BBQ.
(Podcast length 5:23 - transcript is below)
Nothing says “Happy Birthday America” like sitting on your couch watching people down 74 hot dogs in 10 minutes.
Transcript
1. In a tradition unlike any other, our nation will celebrate its birthday with the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest. Like our country, the contest’s roots run deep. According to Nathan’s, legend has it that on July 4, 1916, four immigrants gathered at the very first Nathan’s Famous hot dog stand on Coney Island and made eating contest history. As the story goes, they were competing to see who was the most patriotic. The winner was determined with a hot dog eating contest. BUT OF COURSE
2. Due to COVID rules, only five competitors will compete this year and they will compete indoors. Usually the contest has 15 dog-downing competitors and the competition takes place amidst stifling humidity and a massive crowd right in front of the first Nathan’s Hot Dog Stand in Coney Island. The indoor environment might prove to be just what 12-time champion Joey Chestnut needs to beat his record of 74 hot dogs and buns in 10 minutes. BTW in case you’re wondering those 74 hot dogs equal 22,200 calories and 1,332 grams of fat. IRON STOMACH
3. Don’t worry this sport isn’t only for the boys. On the women’s side, Miki Sudo has won for six straight years. For comparison sake, in 2019 she ate 31 hot dogs as compared to Chestnut’s 71. In case you’re wondering she also holds the records for 8.5 pounds of Kimchi in six minutes and 14 pounds of wild rice hotdish in 8 minutes. For the record, Chestnut holds the record for the most hard boiled eggs eaten in 10 minutes at 151. THIS COULD BE A TALENT YOU NEVER KNEW YOU HAD
4. Let’s talk about what everyone is thinking about – vomiting. An eater who has "a Roman incident" or “reversal of fortune,” as it is so delightfully called, will be disqualified if the result of that incident touches the plate or table. After the contest is over, eaters can dispose of the food however they’d like, although some contests have a post-binge wait period. And in case you’re wondering, contestants can eat the bun and dog separately and dunk the bun in water to help it go down better. “Chipmunking” is also allowed. That’s when contestants stuff their mouths full of food as time runs out. They have 30 seconds to swallow the food to have it count. MAKE SURE NOT TO SIT IN THE SPLASH ZONE
5. This isn't college, the competitors don't show up just for the food. The winner takes home $10,000. And this year’s event will honor and raise money for those essential workers who take care of us when we’re down and out. If that’s not enough, Nathan’s will also donate 100,000 hot dogs to the Food Bank of New York. EATING FOR GOOD
You can catch the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest at noon EST on July 4 on ESPN.
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Everyday They're Hustlin'
Athletes and the unique ways they make money off the court.
(Podcast length 4:53 - transcript is below)
Athletes make millions for their time spent on the field, but it’s how they parlay that into side hustles that ensures them a comfortable retirement.
Transcript
1. Just because they wear uniforms doesn’t mean these athletes aren’t into fashion. (It just takes them less time to get dressed for work than most of us). Led by Megan Rapinoe, four members of the U.S. Women’s National Soccer Team launched a gender-neutral clothing line earlier this year called Re—inc. On the men’s side, Russell Westbrook is known for his sometimes over-the-top postgame press conference looks. He launched Honor The Gift, featuring athleisure-driven clothing as well as high-end athletic wear called Westbrook XO for Barneys. Other proud owners of a fashion-related business are Serena Williams (Serena), Tony Hawk (Birdhouse and Hawk Clothing), Venus Williams (EleVen) and Cristiano Ronaldo (CR7). FASHION MEETS FITNESS
2. These athletes have an appetite for a return on investment. Enter in pizza. Yes, everyone’s favorite dinner is also a hot investment for these NBA players. If you eat at Blaze Pizza (LeBron James), Pieology (Kevin Durant), 800* (Dwyane Wade) or order from Papa John’s (Shaq) you’re supporting the cause. FAST CASUAL FTW
3. If sports are your life, why not buy part of a team? Diversifying their assets into an NBA (National Basketball Association) team, Larry Fitzgerald of the Arizona Cardinals bought into the Phoenix Suns and Aaron Rodgers owns a share of the Milwaukee Bucks. It seems like everyone joined Will Ferrell in buying a stake in a soccer team. Kevin Durant, Russell Wilson and Ciara, James Harden, Oscar De La Hoya and David Beckham are all partial owners of an MLS (Major League Soccer) team. LeBron James took it to another level investing $6.5M in Premiere League team, Liverpool FC in 2011. IN IT FOR THE GATORADE
4. Even though they’re used to being in the spotlight on the court, these basketball players are behind the scenes when it comes to movies. Chris Paul, Kevin Durant, LeBron James and Steph Curry are all involved in production and entertainment companies that have their hands in movies. You might remember Steph Curry’s most recent work as executive producer of “Jump Shot: The Movie.” (Great movie BTW). ON THE SILVER SCREEN
5. Last year, people watched 6.6 billion hours of esports videos worldwide. Jumping on that trend with their wallets in hand are celebrities from Michael Jordan to Mark Cuban to Alex Rodriguez. These esports teams are so popular that they resemble a race car driver covered in sponsor logos when they play. These players are making a ton of money, with the top three players in the world pulling in $3.16M in prize earnings last year. HOPE IT PAYS DIVIDENDS
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Athlete Dads And Their Equally Athletic Children
Shout out to the daddy's girls who made the list.
(Podcast length 4:17 - transcript is below)
From the boxing ring to the football field, proof that the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.
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1. Laila Ali had big shoes to fill when she followed in her dad’s footsteps. Her father was the one and only, the “World’s Greatest,” boxer Muhammed Ali. A boxing champion herself, she's also a television personality and fitness guru who has appeared on shows such as “American Gladiator” and “Dancing With The Stars.” LIGHT ON THEIR FEET
2. You can’t have a list of famous fathers and their kids without mentioning the ultimate trio – the Manning crew. Dad, Archie Manning was an NFL (National Football League) quarterback for 15 years. His quarterback sons Peyton and Eli have both won two Super Bowls. Their third brother Cooper, is ‘only’ a partner in a law firm and a TV personality. Cooper’s son, Arch, is keeping the family name alive as an impressive high school football prospect. A CHIP OFF THE OLD BLOCK
3. Her dad, 16-time champion and two-time Hall of Famer Rick Flair, is considered one of the greatest professional wrestlers of all time, and his daughter Charlotte Flair is living up to his legacy. The college volleyball player turned WWE (World Wrestling Entertainment) star has been a trailblazer for women in WWE, with nearly a dozen championships to her name. “The Queen” was also the first WWE star to grace the pages of ESPN The Magazine’s Body Issue. ROYAL FAMILY
4. NASCAR’s (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) dynamic duo was Dale Earnhardt Sr. and Dale Earnhardt Jr. In 2001, Papa Earnhardt died from injuries sustained in a crash at the Daytona 500 at the age of 49. His namesake, Earnhardt Jr. won that same race three years later. Earnhardt Jr.'s grandfather was also a NASCAR driver and his nephew races in the NASCAR Xfinity Series. ONE FAST FAMILY
5. Basketball greatness runs in the family for Steph Curry, a three-time NBA (National Basketball Association) Champion and two-time league MVP. His father Dell, is the all-time leader in points and three pointers for the Charlotte Hornets. Steph’s youngest brother Seth plays basketball for the Dallas Mavericks. They’re the first brothers to face off in the NBA conference finals. BUT ONE OF THEM HAS TO BE YOUR FAVORITE KID
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Betting On Sports To Save The Economy
Why your state could fast track sports betting to combat the COVID-driven recession.
(Podcast length 4:17 - transcript is below)
Who would’ve thought an activity that is sometimes frowned upon could save your state’s economy?
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1. The economic impact of COVID has states across the country reeling from a lack of tax revenue. One solution many states are looking at is fast tracking legal sports betting. The Supreme Court struck down a federal law in 2018 that restricted sports gambling on a state level (with the exception of Nevada that already had legal sports betting). Since then, a handful of states have opened for betting and have achieved a notable revenue boost. HERE’S WHERE YOUR STATE STANDS
2. Despite other states being able to participate in sports betting, Nevada had a record setting year in 2019. The state saw a total of $5.32 billion placed in bets and a record $329 million in revenue, which produced $22.2 million in state tax revenue. Now this won’t replace all of the tax revenues lost, but many states are looking at it as an option because some tax revenue is better than nothing. SEEKING A SOLUTION
3. Now let’s talk a little more about betting to give you some context. The commissioners of the four major sports (baseball, basketball, football and hockey) have met to discuss integrating their leagues with sports betting entities. We've seen some movement on this but concerns over fixing games and gambling addiction are some of the reasons this isn’t an easy decision. NOT A SIMPLE SOLUTION
4. You’ve probably heard of online sites FanDuel or DraftKings. Where they differ from a casino is that those platforms provide you with an opportunity to wager money on a player’s performance in a game instead of the outcome of the game. This is similar to how you would win if you had a fantasy football team. CLEAR AS MUD?
5. The two most popular sporting events to bet on are the Super Bowl and College Basketball’s March Madness tournament. The Super Bowl went on as planned this year with over $6.8 billion wagered on the big game, but March Madness was cancelled. Twice the number of people bet on March Madness compared to the Super Bowl. Last year, Americans wagered $8.5 billion on the tournament and a big chunk of that was bet illegally through activities like office pools or via a bookie. DON’T TELL THE LEGAL DEPT.
Here’s a few resources for you should you want to know more: sports betting 101 and the five things you need to know about fantasy football.
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5 Strange Sports Superstitions
The list starts with lucky shimmery undergarments and ends with Skittles and vodka.
(Podcast length 3:09 - transcript is below)
Superstitions - they’re only strange if they don’t work.
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1. Anyone who has ever slipped into a pair of Spanx knows a good undergarment is the foundation of success. That brings us to the golden thong. The golden thong was worn by former MLB (Major League Baseball) player Jason Giambi to help him break out of hitting slumps. Rumor has it that said tiny undergarment was left in the lockers of his teammates and they all began to hit well. WASH ME
2. In order to prepare for the World Cup (soccer) England’s Jamie Vardy ditched his habits of nicotine pouches, drinking half a bottle of port wine on the night before a game and his concoction of Skittles and vodka. Although, he drew the line at breaking his good luck gameday routine of three Red Bulls and black coffee. NO ONE IS PERFECT
3. Sidney Crosby of the Pittsburgh Penguins (NHL - National Hockey League) has so many ‘traditions’ that we can’t list them all. Some include wearing the same jock strap for years and not calling or seeing his mom or his sister on gameday because every time he does, he ends up with an injury. PHONE HOME
4. Superstitions are part of soccer superstar Cristiano Ronaldo’s routine. He must be the last one to leave the locker room and he always puts his right foot on the field first. BEST FOOT FORWARD
5. Head coach of the University of Alabama Crimson Tide football team, Nick Saban, fuels his fire with a Little Debbie Oatmeal Crème Pie before each game. DOESN’T THAT BRING YOU BACK TO YOUR CHILDHOOD?