October baseball and a loaded football slate collide in this high-energy weekend preview. Mickle Moore breaks down MLB’s divisional matchups and NFL Week 5 action with bold picks, sharp takes, and plenty of attitude. On the baseball diamond, Mickle previews Yankees–Rays and White Sox–Guardians in the American League, then turns to Braves–Dodgers and Brewers–Padres in the National League. He makes the case for which teams have the pitching, grit, and nerve to keep their October hopes alive.The football forecast covers college matchups including Ohio State at Iowa, Alabama at Mississippi State, Notre Dame at North Carolina, Auburn at Tennessee, Michigan–Minnesota, and Florida at Missouri—along with a look at the mounting pressure on USC coach Lincoln Riley. Then Mickle makes his NFL Triple Lindy picks for Texans–Cowboys, Rams–Eagles, and Chiefs–Raiders. Expect rivalry energy, fearless predictions, and no-filter sports talk to help set the stage for the weekend. Mickle also shares a reminder to keep any wagering responsible.

The NFL feels split into two worlds right now - the teams that can really win it all, and everybody else. Mickle Moore breaks down why the undefeated clubs are starting to look less like flukes and more like the real contenders, while the rest of the league keeps spiraling into chaos. Along the way, he takes you from a wild pickleball shakeup in Vegas to the looming Nations Cup international team battle, then straight into a brutally honest college football top 16 that includes his take on Alabama, Miami, Michigan, and why two losses may already be fatal in this expanded playoff era. You’ll also get Mickle’s latest pop culture detour, including a hilarious roast of the endless AI robot girlfriend movie formula, a savage takedown of pumpkin spice season, and the kind of off-the-rails commentary that makes this weekend whiparound impossible to ignore. We break down:

• The first loss of the season for Ben and Gabe in men’s doubles
• Why the MLP Nations Cup matters for the growth of pickleball worldwide
• Mickle’s top 16 college football rankings and the teams he trusts most
• The state of the NFL at the quarter pole, including why the Chiefs, Vikings, and 49ers stand out
• A full-on seasonal rant arguing that cherry limeade deserves better than pumpkin spice

If you want sports talk with actual personality, sharp takes, and zero boredom, this one is built for you. Perfect for anyone who loves pickleball, college football, the NFL, and a host who will gladly rant about synthetic soulmates and seasonal flavor propaganda in the same breath.

Pickleball chaos, streaming frustration, and a six-game college football card collide in one of Mickle Moore’s most unfiltered episodes yet.

If you like sports, rivalries, and a host who refuses to let a bad buffer wheel ruin the night, this one is for you. Mickle kicks things off with the one-year celebration at Dink and Dine, where hundreds are expected, community takes center stage, and the evening could turn into pure pickle chaos. He also teases an on-site visit, possible interviews, and what makes the spot more than just a place to play pickleball - it’s a local hangout with cornhole, dogs, and a real community vibe. From there, the episode turns into a full-throttle sports rant and preview. You’ll hear Mickle’s take on the modern sports-watching “control room” experience, why watching multiple games now feels like a digital obstacle course, and how last night’s football and baseball overlap created a perfect storm of chaos. Then he breaks down the sports he’s watching most closely, including the Guardians-White Sox race, the NFL results that had him locked in, and the dream of a Brewers-Rays World Series that he keeps alive. The main event is the Friday College Sixer and The NFL Triple Lindy.

Mickle runs through his biggest game-by-game angles and why each one matters:

• Indiana at Nebraska
• Missouri at Texas A&M
• Oklahoma at Texas
• Kentucky at LSU
• UCLA at Oregon
• Georgia at Auburn

He explains which teams are desperate, which rivalries can flip fast, and where he sees statement wins, trap games, and outright upsets. If you follow college football closely, this is the kind of rapid-fire breakdown that makes you want to compare notes and see whether his instincts are right. Mickle also shares updates on upcoming interviews, including Alex Simon and Jim Kloss, plus a quick shoutout to the promo code and the MicklePod ecosystem for listeners who want to jump in deeper. By the end, he’s looking ahead to a weekend full of football, baseball, and pickleball, with a final reminder to stay hydrated and enjoy the ride.

College football chaos is back, the NFL is a full-blown disaster movie, and the only thing more unpredictable than the standings is what happens when the backup quarterbacks take over. If you need sense-making for a weekend of wild upsets, weird overtime calls, and division races that are already spiraling, this episode is your recovery plan.

Mickle kicks things off in full-throttle mode, breaking down a football weekend that felt like the simulation glitched. Texas falls, LSU stumbles in overtime at Kentucky, and Oregon’s latest collapse raises new questions about Dan Lanning, while Ohio State, Georgia, Indiana, and UCLA all factor into a reshuffled top 16 that barely resembles the one from a week ago. You'll discover: why NIL-era college football is rewarding swagger and execution more than prestige and payroll, how Kentucky’s aggressive two-point call changed the tone of the weekend, and why the Red River rivalry once again delivered pure theater. Mickle also unpacks Georgia’s road win at Alabama, Oregon’s costly decision-making, and why UCLA might be more real than people want to admit. Then the episode shifts to the NFL, where the chaos only gets worse. The NFC East turns into an emotional support group for frustrated fans, the 49ers keep rolling at 5-0, the Vikings and Jaguars continue to hang around the contender conversation, and Aaron Rodgers looks strangely comfortable carving up defenses in Pittsburgh. Along the way, Mickle gives a heartfelt tribute to Mike Ditka, reflecting on the coach’s larger-than-life legacy and lasting place in football culture. And just when you think the episode is done, Mickle pivots into a very different kind of hype cycle: the return of dystopian sci-fi with Blade Runner 2099, the next wave of Godzilla, and the argument for why the newest monster-era sequel might be the real event to watch this November. Essential listening if you love football, love chaos, or just want one place to hear the entire sports world reduced to hilarious, high-energy wreckage.

"Most people hear “mushrooms” and think psychedelic." - Jake

Jake Plummer is building a very different case for them—one rooted in recovery, focus, sleep, and longevity. If you're trying to feel better, perform better, or simply stay active longer, this conversation will change how you think about functional mushrooms.Jake breaks down why he launched Umbo and Mycolove, how his team uses third-party testing and fruiting-body extracts to create a more potent product, and why quality matters more than hype in a category full of shortcuts. He also explains the difference between psychedelic, gourmet, and functional mushrooms, and why compounds like lion's mane, reishi, cordyceps, turkey tail, and shiitake are showing up everywhere from morning routines to post-workout recovery.You'll discover:

• Why “mycelium on grain” is not the same thing as a high-quality mushroom extract
• How reishi is being used for stress, calm, and sleep support
• Why functional mushrooms are more about consistency than instant effects
• The best formats to take them in, from tinctures and capsules to powders and travel packs
• How to spot products that are actually built for performance, not just shelf appeal

Jake also shares the athlete mindset behind the brand, including the role of co-founders Del Jolly and UFC Hall of Famer Rashad Evans, plus the real-world inspiration behind their mission to make wellness more affordable and accessible. He gets candid about aging, recovery, and why small daily interventions can matter more than expensive hacks.And because this episode came out of a pickleball connection, the second half turns into pure fun. Jake talks about the Jake Plummer Pickleball Bash, why pickleball became part of his own comeback to movement, what makes it such a generational sport, and how competition feels very different now than it did in the NFL. There are even rapid-fire moments on pizza, skiing, old cars, javelinas, and the possibility of a future pickleball showdown with Tom Brady.

Essential listening if you want a smarter, more natural approach to wellness—and a great reminder that sometimes the best performance upgrade is simply getting your body what it actually needs.

Fresh off an amazing interview with Jake The Snake Plummer, I dive right into your Football fix. 6 NIL games, our College sixer, are there traps and let downs waiting?

I have my eyes on Knoxville and Autzen Stadium, is there a Trojan horse? Plus 4 other games with impacts, anyone want to go to the SWAMP?

Over in the NFL many Teams like Washington are starting to build that draft board. How is your team looking? Are they looking to the Future?

The Triple Lindy is IN.

Get those Earbuds, Be ready to smile.

Football Friday turns into a full-throttle pick parade as Mickle Moore throws down his boldest weekend predictions yet - from the PPA Arizona Open to a six-pack of college football and a triple Lindy of NFL bets. If you want sharp, loud, unapologetic takes on the games everyone will be arguing about, this is your weekend roadmap. Mickle kicks things off with the PPA Veolia Arizona Open at Arizona Athletic Grounds, sizing up women’s doubles, men’s doubles, mixed, women’s singles, and men’s singles before locking in his favorites and calling out the matchups that could shake up Championship Sunday. He also breaks down the buzz around the event, the atmosphere on-site, and why this weekend is built for fans who want pickleball with real stakes.Then the episode pivots hard into football, with Mickle putting Ole Miss-LSU under the microscope and taking aim at the Lane Kiffin drama, the Sam Leavitt questions, and the kind of SEC noise that disappears the moment the ball is snapped. He makes his case for where the real edge is, why the hype can be a distraction, and which side he trusts when the pressure gets loud. You'll also hear Mickle's full slate of college and NFL picks, including SMU-Louisville, Notre Dame-Michigan State, West Virginia-Virginia, Tulane-Kansas State, FIU-FAU, in the NFL; Panthers-Falcons, Bengals-Texans, and Jaguars-Broncos. He doesn't just name winners - he explains the logic, the line value, the matchup angles, and the teams he thinks are about to surprise people. It's a mix of sports talk, betting energy, backyard-style commentary, and a few PSAs along the way - from responsible gambling to picking up after your dog. Perfect for anyone who wants a chaotic, funny, and surprisingly opinionated guide to the weekend slate before kickoff.

Pumpkin spice is under attack, Texas finally gets its big moment, and Week 1 sports chaos is officially in full swing. Mickle Moore is back with a rapid-fire, no-filter recap that swings from fall-flavored outrage to college football shakeups, NFL overreactions, tennis champs, boxing blowups, and a whole lot of hot takes you won't hear anywhere else. Moore opens with a full-throated PSA against the pumpkin spice takeover, then pivots into a jam-packed whip-around of the sportsverse. He tears into Oregon's stumble, hands out a freshly revised top 16, and breaks down the most eye-opening games of the weekend, including Texas finally looking like a real contender behind Arch Manning and a defense that might actually travel. You'll hear Moore on:

• Why Texas and Arch Manning look different this year, and what that means for the playoff race
• The teams he is already moving up and down in his rankings after Week 1
• The UFC-style energy of the Ryan Garcia vs. Conor Benn boxing scene and why the business side matters as much as the ring
• US Open winners Elena Rybakina and Alexander Zverev, both taking home major firsts
• NFL reactions ranging from the Commanders, Bengals, Bears, Giants, Cowboys, Ravens, Jets, and more, with plenty of verdicts delivered fast and loud

Mickle also spots the bigger pattern in all of it: early-season results can fool you, but the teams that can run the ball, defend under pressure, and stay healthy are the ones that matter when the calendar tightens up. If you want measured analysis, this is not that. If you want sharp opinions, sudden turns, and a host who sounds like he is watching the whole sports world live in real time, this one delivers. Perfect for anyone who wants a funny, fiery, unapologetic sports recap with actual takes behind the yelling. Turn it up, stay hydrated, and get ready for Week 2.