We’re back! This week, Charles and Mike dive into Mark Walter’s shocking Lakers sale, the ongoing Clippers/Kawhi Leonard saga, and Russell Westbrook’s legacy. Then, MLB continues to fall flat, from missed home runs to poor Field of Dreams Game ratings. Plus, Charles’ shocking take on the Jayden Daniels vs. LSU feud, CBS benches Tony Romo (for good?), and Roger Goodell says a non-US based franchise is “inevitable.” Jason’s Wormbyte covers Don Garber’s tenure as MLS Commissioner, and the Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week sees Mike entering ANOTHER Hall of Fame.

With Mike out celebrating LeBron’s Philly move, Jason steps into his seat! He and Charles discuss the king’s decision, and then break down all of the latest FIFA drama. Also, Netflix’s hire of Luke Kuechly as their top NFL analyst has Charles wondering, and things go from bad to worse for Bill Belichick and Mike Lombardi at UNC. Plus, Jason’s Wormbyte on an epic moment in… Gaelic football?!

We already miss the World Cup, but the show goes on! This week, Charles and Mike discuss if that was the greatest sporting event ever, and then react to Spain’s victory, the massive Final ratings, the crowded halftime show, FOX’s coverage, the upcoming TV rights negotiations, and so much more! Plus, LeBron Watch (annoyingly) continues, the latest round of layoffs at ESPN, MLB continues to swing and miss on big events, the Seahawks sell for a record price, and Producer Joe’s rant on Tom Brady jumping the shark. Jason’s Wormbyte covers the good and the bad of the World Cup, and the Dr. Mike Smith Moment of the Week has Mike suffering an identity crisis.

We love the World Cup, but… This week Charles and Mike discuss the continued brilliance of the world’s great tournament, but also run through their issues with VAR, Team USA’s embarrassing exit, FOX’s coverage, and more. Plus, LeBron’s latest free agency is playing out on a podcast, and does anybody care about the MLB All-Star festivities? Jason’s Wormbyte dives deeper into the World Cup ratings and future of the event on TV, while the Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week features a cameo from an American legend.

So much for a quiet time in the sports calendar. Charles and Mike react to LeBron James’ decision to leave the Lakers, Kawhi Leonard being traded back to the Raptors, and other happenings around the association. Then they bring in Jason to talk all things World Cup from Mike’s first-hand experience, FOX’s coverage, the ratings, and more! Happy Bobby Bonilla day!

Is it still NBA season?! Charles and Mike react to a massive day of news around the association, including the Heat acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo in a blockbuster deal, Dusty May leaving Michigan for the Mavericks, and the First Round of the Draft. Plus, the World Cup ratings are booming thanks to Team USA and all of the superstars, another twist in the Brendan Sorsby saga, a complex controversy hits the San Francisco Giants, and more. Then, Jason’s Wormbyte on the big changes coming to the PGA Tour and a Hall of Fame-worthy Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week.

The Knicks and Hurricanes are champions again! Charles and Mike praise the dominant playoff runs by the new champs and close the book on the NBA & NHL seasons after two highly-rated finals. Then they turn their attention to the World Cup, which has already featured a huge USMNT win, name-less stadiums, and hydration breaks. Plus, Brendan Sorsby is headed to the NFL Supplemental Draft, the Athletics get a high-scoring taste of Las Vegas, and Jason’s Wormbyte dives deeper into the World Cup coverage.

It was an MSG miracle! Charles and Mike react to the Knicks’ historic comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, discuss the larger implications of the instant classic, break down what this series has meant for the league as a whole, and hear from Producer Joe about his experience attending Game 3. Plus, the Stanley Cup Final has also been filled with thrillers, Brendan Sorsby has the NCAA hitting a “new low,” and the UFC is coming to the White House lawn. Jason’s Wormbyte celebrates the start of the 2026 World Cup, and a "prime" edition of the Dr. Mike Smith Sports Moment of the Week.