This episode examines Brooks Koepka's jump from the PGA Tour to LIV/Live Golf, the massive Saudi-backed payouts involved, and the PGA Tour's contentious Returning Member Program that may allow LIV players to come back.

We explore the ethical debate over "blood money" and sportswashing, the financial motives behind players leaving, and whether the PGA made the right decision in reopening the door.

Ed Berliner reacts to NASCAR reverting to the 10-race "chase" playoff format, saying it may bring older fans back but won’t solve deeper issues.

He calls for more fan access to garages, better marketing of drivers, stronger efforts to foster diversity and grassroots talent, and consistent rules to make the sport more affordable and engaging.

Ed Berliner delivers a fiery critique of four NFL franchises—the Miami Dolphins, New York Jets, Las Vegas Raiders, and Cleveland Browns—arguing that poor ownership and management have made them unattractive head-coaching jobs and bad value for fans. He calls out media complicity, urges fans to demand better, and predicts extended rebuilds for each team into 2026 and possibly 2027.

Ed Berliner rails against unverified social media rumors about Ottawa Senators goalie Linus Omark, calling out trolls, bogus sources, and the damage they do to players and families.

He praises Brady Tkachuk's response, criticizes the team's statement for amplifying the gossip, and urges fans to stop spreading unconfirmed stories and focus on the game.

Ed Berliner blasts social media and parts of the media for spreading baseless cheating rumors about Indiana's surprising run to the national championship, calling the claims nonsense and urging people not to fall for trolls or give such stories credence.

He praises Indiana's turnaround under coach Kurt Cignetti, warns Miami and fans to take Indiana seriously, and asks everyone to focus on the game and enjoy a fair, memorable championship instead of amplifying falsehoods.

Ed Berliner argues that Major League Baseball needed bold changes—like the pitch clock, expansion, and realignment—and credits Rob Manfred with revitalizing the sport. He challenges traditionalists, criticizes stingy ownership, and urges fans to embrace a faster, modern game that appeals to younger audiences.

Ed Berliner argues that athletes, teams and coaches should use their public platforms to call attention to social injustice — citing the Timberwolves' moment of silence for Renee Nicole Good and the willingness of figures like Steve Kerr to speak out.

The episode urges sports communities to take responsibility, demand justice, and not remain silent when citizens are harmed, framing athletics as a powerful vehicle for social change.

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Ed Berliner reacts incredulously to rumors of Deion Sanders as an NFL head coach, arguing Sanders was hired at Colorado more for marketing and star power than proven coaching ability. He highlights mass player departures, assistant coaching issues, and inconsistent results as evidence Sanders hasn’t earned NFL consideration.

Berliner says Sanders showed short-term buzz but not sustainable leadership, suggests Colorado won’t become a national power under him, and advises Sanders to consider an NFL assistant role rather than a head-coaching job.