Matt’s Travel Recap: Anxiety, Airports & Celebrities00:00 – 05:23
Matt returns from vacation and recounts flying under prescription medication to ease his anxiety. He shares stories about DJ Pauly D and Kenny Smith sightings, joking with retirees mid-flight, and a dramatic landing experience in Philadelphia where the plane aborted landing last-minute due to runway traffic.
🏞️ Vegas, Sedona, & Scenic Drives05:23 – 13:42
Matt talks about visiting Scottsdale and Sedona, golfing, and driving past the Hoover Dam. Both hosts share stories about steep mountain roads and scenic beauty, including Chris's terrifying drive through Sequoia National Park.
🧳 Life Reflections & Home Comforts13:42 – 18:32
Matt admits he’s not built for travel and missed the green, suburban feel of the East Coast. He recounts his son’s reaction to his return.
🇮🇪 Ireland & Celebrity Expats18:32 – 21:22
Chris and Matt discuss Chris’s upcoming trip to Ireland. They list celebrities with homes in Ireland, including Sarah Jessica Parker and Matt Damon, and joke about fitting in with locals without trying too hard to claim Irish heritage.
🏀 NBA: Popovich Retires & Coaching Carousel21:22 – 23:08
Gregg Popovich retires due to health issues and transitions to a front office role. Mitch Johnson takes over as Spurs coach. Chris highlights the trend of unrecognizable interim coaches and jokes about Mitch McConnell coaching Denver.
🤼 Giannis Drama23:08 – 26:04
Chris recaps an altercation involving Giannis, Pacers players, and Tyrese Haliburton’s dad. They question why family members are even on the court and joke about box seat privileges. With Lillard out for the season and not owning their own first-round picks until 2031, the Bucks are in a dire spot.
🏀 76ers Hypothetical Trade Package26:04 – 31:33
Chris proposes a trade: Paul George, the No. 1 pick, and a future unprotected pick for Giannis. They debate whether Cooper Flagg is worth keeping. Chris compares Flagg to Scottie Pippen, while Matt jokes about Eric Snow. They discuss fit and long-term value.
🏀 Knicks Win, Pistons Collapse31:33 – 32:42
The hosts recap a thrilling Knicks win over the Pistons. Jalen Brunson hit a clutch three; Malik Beasley fumbled a chance to tie the game. Despite advancing, the Knicks remain longshots at the sportsbook.
🏈 NFL Draft Fallout: Jackson Dart & Shaduer Sanders32:42 – 37:03
Matt jokes about Jackson Dart becoming a Giant. They dissect the prank call controversy involving Jeff Ulbrich’s son and Shaduer Sanders. While condemning the prank, they argue public reaction was overly harsh.
🏈 Shaduer Sanders’ Draft Slide37:03 – 39:13
Chris explains that Shaduer’s fall wasn’t about bias or collusion—it stemmed from poor interviews, lack of preparation, and a perceived diva attitude. They note how media attention makes backup QBs risky distractions.
🏈 Browns QB Room Breakdown39:13 – 41:01
Cleveland now has five QBs: Flacco, Pickett, Dylan Gabriel, Sanders, and Watson (inactive). Chris believes Sanders will start mid-season and notes he has the top-selling rookie jersey.
🏈 Media Obsession & Draft Coverage41:01 – End
The hosts criticize ESPN for focusing excessively on Sanders over No. 1 pick Cam Ward. Chris compares it to Homer Simpson’s “Poochie” joke as every time Sanders wasn’t on screen, people asked where he was.
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