Wednesday Wisdom
Don't quit your day job - what do athletes do in the off-season? Plus, today's watercooler topics.
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What athletes do in the off-season
One of our podcast listeners asked the question - what do athletes do in the off-season? That great question inspired this week's podcast.
Let's talk about Olympians. Remember, US athletes do not get paid to compete in the Olympics. They receive a medal bonus, which maxes out at $37,500 for a gold medal and can earn money through sponsorships or other benefits, but those latter avenues are only something some athletes can achieve.
You might recall the partnership with Home Depot that became synonymous with the Olympics. Home Depot ended its 16-year sponsorship of the US Olympic Committee in 2021, ending its employment program that provided full-time pay for part-time work for athletes at the company's stores.
From real estate to working in the family maple syrup business to playing in entirely different leagues, we answer what athletes do in the off-season in this week's podcast. LISTEN UP
Short and Sweet
The projected No. 1 pick in Thursday's NBA Draft (National Basketball Associaton), Victor "Wemby" Wembanyama, who is 7'4," threw out the first pitch at the New York Yankees game last night, and his giant hands made the baseball look like a marble.
French investigators searched the headquarters of the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic organizers yesterday in a probe into suspected corruption. This is the third consecutive Summer Olympics that has been investigated for corruption.
Are you ready for Messi mania? Global superstar Lionel Messi (in the photo above) will debut for Inter Miami FC (MLS - Major League Soccer) on July 21.
The NBA's Chris Paul, who you might recognize from his State Farm commercials, found out the Phoenix Suns traded him during a flight to a "Good Morning America" interview.
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Wednesday Wisdom
The Stanley Cup has airline status. Wild times. Plus today's watercooler topics.
They say a great story never started with a salad. Around here, we'd like to think a memorable conversation never began with talking about the weather.
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HAVE TROPHY, WILL TRAVEL
The Stanley Cup – a 34.5-pound trophy that gets around. This silver chalice gets its own seat on airplanes, travels worldwide and has even been on a spaceship. Its adventures are chronicled on its Twitter account, offering fans a glimpse into its "spring break-like" escapades.
You'd think because NHL (National Hockey League) players work so hard to earn the right to spend a day with the Stanley Cup, they'd treat it with respect. Only sometimes. The trophy has been set on fire, then peed on to put out said fire, left on the side of the road and in a garden after a photo shoot.
For more on the Instagram-worthy, jealousy-evoking life of the iconic trophy, check out this week's podcast, "The Adventures Of The Stanley Cup." LISTEN UP
Short and Sweet
After a very cantankerous (and litigious) relationship, LIV Golf and the PGA (Professional Golfers Association) are merging to start a global golf super league. All eyes are on PGA loyalist Rory McIlroy who will speak to the media this morning.
The best-of-three Women's College World Series finals start tonight, featuring the powerhouse team from Oklahoma vs. Florida State.
It may be the southernmost matchup in NHL (National Hockey League) history, but people are excited about the Stanley Cup. Game one of the series between the Florida Panthers and the Vegas Golden Knights is the most-watched Stanley Cup Final opening game on cable in 21 years. The Knights are up 2-0 in the series.
The California Assembly approved legislation allowing college athletes to share in their respective team revenue.
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Cottage cheese is having a moment, and look no further than this week's Tailgate Treat, Cookies and Cream Cheesecake Ice Cream, to join the trend. DELISH
Wednesday Wisdom
Four teams. Two finals. Wild times. Plus today's watercooler topics.
It's officially the first week of summer, and you know what that means? You must be armed for small talk with your armrest buddy on a plane or a train or fill some dead time on a road trip.
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NBA + STANLEY CUP FINALS
As the NBA (National Basketball Association) Finals and Stanley Cup Finals (NHL - National Hockey League) approach, this week's podcast will keep you in the loop and ready to join in the excitement.
If you're tuning in to a Florida Panthers hockey game for the first time, you might be surprised to see rats on the ice. It's a tradition that started with a member of the Panthers killing a locker room rat with his stick, and then he went out and had an incredible game. Since then, fans have adopted the tradition of throwing rubber rats (thankfully, not real rats on the ice) after a home win.
The Florida Panthers and Miami Heat (NBA) are trying to make history. No city has won both the NBA and NHL championship in the same year. At the same time, the Denver Nuggets (NBA) and Vegas Golden Knights (NHL) are looking to win their first championships.
Whether you're taking the game in courtside, on the glass or not at all, this week's podcast will set you up for sports small talk. Cue "We Are The Champions." LISTEN UP
Short and Sweet
Scottie Pippen makes a big statement saying that his Chicago Bulls teammate Michael Jordan was "a horrible teammate" who took "bad shots."
The Women's College World Series (softball) starts tomorrow. No. 1 Oklahoma enters the series on a record-setting 48-game win streak. Expect big ratings, with last year's tournament averaging over 1M viewers per game.
Actress/singer Hailee Steinfeld and Buffalo Bills (NFL - National Football League) quarterback Josh Allen are reportedly dating.
The 2023 Scripps National Spelling Bee is a televised two-night event that starts tonight with 231 spellers facing off for a chance at the title and a $50k cash prize.
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In honor of the French Open, this week's Tailgate Treat is a simple chocolate mousse. DELISH