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HOUR 1: Where Caitlin Clark's Teammates At? Connor McDavid's 1st Stanley Cup Shot, Jimmy Butler's 76ers Return, and NFL OTAs Mike'd Up Jun 03, 2024

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In Hour 1...

[04:10] STANLEY CUP FINAL SET

GoJo and Golic discuss Edmonton's clinching the Western Conference Final in six games with a 2-1 victory over Dallas, marking their first trip to the Final since 2006. Connor McDavid's stellar performance led the way as the Oilers prepared to face the Florida Panthers in the Final.

[13:45] CAITLIN CLARK’S PROTECTION PLAN

Caitlin Clark had a tough game with just three points as the Liberty trounced the Fever 104-68. Despite her struggles, G&G talks about Clark's weekend, highlighted by a controversial foul from Chicago Sky's Chennedy Carter. The guys continue advising Clark’s teammates to better stand up for their No. 1 overall pick.

[20:59] MIKE’D UP MONDAY: LAMAR JACKSON

Ravens QB Lamar Jackson missed most of the voluntary OTAs, sparking discussions from GoJo, Golic, and Claudia about conversations around his commitment. Coach John Harbaugh downplays concerns, but Jackson’s absences have been notable.

[24:45] DESHAUN WATSON’S PROGRESS

Meanwhile, Browns QB Deshaun Watson impresses at OTAs post-shoulder surgery, showing no ill effects and positive progress under new OC Ken Dorsey as Cleveland waits on Watson to deliver on his then record-breaking contract.

[28:15] TRAVIS KELCE AT THE WHITE HOUSE

The Golics talk about Travis Kelce stealing the show at the White House, joining President Biden as the Chiefs celebrated their Super Bowl win. Despite many negative headlines, the team remains upbeat and focused on their upcoming season, aiming for a historic three-peat.

[30:48] GOLD MEDAL OR SUPER BOWL

After the Bills signed Olympic gold medalist Gable Steveson, who transitioned from wrestling to playing defensive line. GoJo and Golic discuss the switch; despite his inexperience in football, his athletic prowess makes him a promising addition, potentially aiming for a practice squad spot before Senior talks about his dreams of winning an Olympic Gold Medal.

[40:30] JIMMY BUTLER PHILLY UPDATE

GoJo and Golic respond to rumors swirling about Jimmy Butler possibly returning to the 76ers. With Butler under contract with the Heat, speculation about his future continues. The 76ers regret their decision to trade him, seeing him as a missing piece for their championship aspirations.

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HOUR 2: Notre Dame/USC Rivalry Dead? Malik Jackson joins the Show, Chicago Bears on Hard Knocks and Darren Waller's Latest Hit May 31, 2024

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In Hour 2…

[00:22] – Cash It or Trash It? Presented by DraftKings

Mike Golic Jr. and Mike Golic Sr. break down College Football Win Totals on this week’s “Cash It or Trash It” Presented by DraftKings. Between schools like Ohio State, Texas, Penn State, Oregon and Georgia, the guys discuss which teams are most likely to go over their DK Sportsbook Win Totals in 2024.

[04:28] – Should the Notre Dame / USC Rivlary be dead?

The guys transition into a discussion stemming off comments from Fox Sports’ Colin Cowherd this week, where he suggested that the Notre Dame-USC Game should not still be taking place. With a rapidly changing landscape, as well as Notre Dame not being in a conference, is it right this matchup is still being played? This transitioned into a discussion on the CFB landscape as a whole, schedule changes, and what the sport will look like this season.

[20:03] – Malik Jackson joins the Show

Former NFL Defensive Tackle Malik Jackson joins GoJo and Golic to discuss what he’s been up to in retirement. The guys then ask what it was like playing alongside stars like Von Miller in Denver & Myles Garrett in Cleveland, as well as what he sees in the next generation of defensive lineman playing in the NFL today, and why the game is vastly different than it was a few short years ago.

[30:03] – Chicago Bears to be featured on HBO’s “Hard Knocks”

Claudia and the guys discuss the Chicago Bears being featured on the 2024 Edition of HBO’s “Hard Knocks” – an inside look into NFL Training Camps. With so much hype around rookies like Caleb Williams and Rome Odunze, as well as free agency additions like Keenan Allen, Mike Jr. and Sr. discuss how this has potential to be a great season of the show. They also discussed how there are too many versions of “Hard Knocks” now, and eventually transitioned to the news that Kansas City may elect to use a Safety like Justin Reid on Kickoffs, rather than their normal Kicker Harrison Butker.

[20:03] – This, That & The Third

THIS: Deadpool Popcorn Bucket with an… interesting feature

THAT: Darren Waller belts his heart out in a cringeworthy music video

THE THIRD: Lenny Kravitz channels his Inner Joe DiMaggio

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HOUR 1: Mavericks NBA Finals Bound, Keegan Bradley joins the Show, what's next for the Timberwolves and Best NFL WR Duos May 31, 2024

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In Hour 1…

[01:26] – Mike Senior’s Realization

Mike Golic Sr. opened up the show with the realization that next year will be his 40th reunion at Notre Dame. The guys discuss how different the campus has changed at ND over that 40-year span, and GoJo & Claudia help Senior cope with this revelation.

[08:03] –Dallas Mavericks advance to the 2024 NBA Finals

The guys get into recapping last night’s Dallas Mavericks victory in Game 5 of the NBA Western Conference Finals. They were impressed with the dominance Dallas showed over the course of both the game and series, as well as how when you’re facing them, you’re facing off against two guys – Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. Mike Senior goes into mentioning how we haven’t seen a duo this dominant since Kobe and Shaq, and then transitions to which duo is better: Luka and Kyrie, or Tatum and Brown?

[20:16] – Keegan Bradley joins the Show

PGA Tour Golfer Keegan Bradley joins the Show to discuss his latest venture with DraftKings Reignmakers, as well as how he’s preparing ahead of the 2024 U.S. Open at Pinehurst. The guys ask Keegan what a major victory would mean to him at this stage of his career, his 2023 Travelers Championship Victory, his reactions to the Scottie Scheffler Incident at the 2024 PGA Championship, and finally discuss his excitement ahead of the 2024 NBA Finals.

[30:04] – What’s Next for the Minnesota Timberwolves?

After an impressive season and playoff run, the Minnesota Timberwolves fell to Dallas in the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals. After weeks of fans calling Anthony Edwards “the face of the NBA,” is the future only bright for them? Can Karl-Anthony Towns take the next step in becoming a dominant NBA Player? The guys get into it all, as well as if there could/should be significant roster moves heading into the 2024-25 campaign.

[39:36] – Jaylen Waddle inks a new deal, What it means for the Market, Best WR Duos right now

Miami Dolphins and WR Jaylen Waddle agreed to a new contract (3 years, $85M) this week, and it got the guys thinking – which teams have the best WR duos in the NFL right now. With cores like Miami, Cincinnati, Philadelphia, LA Rams and San Francisco, which of these duos stands out? They also discuss which wideouts are due for the next big payday following Waddle’s deal.

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HOUR 2: NFL OTA Roundup, Ryan Ruocco and Christopher Hine join, and man with Revoked License shows up to Court while driving? May 30, 2024

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In Hour 2…

[00:38] – Buffalo Bills OTA News and Notes

The guys discuss the latest news and notes from NFL OTA’s, starting with the Buffalo Bills future. OC Joe Brady stated that ”this is Josh Allen’s offense.” Can/will Buffalo’s offense succeed following the departure of WR Stefon Diggs? Which members of Buffalo’s offense need to step up?

[12:11] – What are the Cincinnati Bengals right now?

Junior and Senior jump into a discussion on the Cincinnati Bengals OTA’s, particularly the absence of WR’s Tee Higgins and Ja’Marr Chase. For a team that’s been hit with the injury bug over the past few seasons, how important is the 2024 Regular Season in Cincy, and how imperative is it for these two receivers to get deals done?

[16:11] – Can the LA Rams stay healthy this season?

Junior transitions into a discussion on the LA Rams ceiling if they remain healthy. Following the emergence of Puka Nacua last year, if Cooper Kupp and Matthew Stafford remain healthy, they should not be counted out in the “best overall offense” category in 2024.

[20:10] – ESPN’s Ryan Ruocco on the latest in the WNBA

ESPN’s Ryan Ruocco joins the guys to discuss the latest stories around the WNBA. Caitlin Clark has taken the sport by storm, and details the energy she brings to the game itself. The “Caitlin Clark Effect” is causing teams to move games to bigger venues, and helping the sport grow to heights unseen before.

[26:08] – ESPN’s Ryan Ruocco on the New York Yankees

Ryan Ruocco continues on to discuss the New York Yankees this season, and the dynamic that Juan Soto has brought to an offense already highlighted by Aaron Judge and Giancarlo Stanton. Soto is elevating players around him according to Ruocco, and the team has been on fire as of late.

[30:12] – Christopher Hine on Timberwolves/Mavericks Game 5

Minnesota Star Tribune reporter Christopher Hine joins the guys to discuss what the vibe is like around greater Minneapolis heading into Game 5 after Minnesota fell into an 0-3 hole against the Dallas Mavericks. Is there a belief among the team and fans that they can do what no team in NBA history has done – come back from an 0-3 playoff series deficit?

[35:51] – Christopher Hine on planning to write Anthony Edwards Biography

The guys transition to a discussion on Christopher’s new biography project about the life of Anthony Edwards. What inspired Christopher to write a biography on a 22 year-old with 4 years of NBA Experience? Can Edwards become the face of the NBA?

[40:31] – This, That and The Third

THIS: Major League Baseball officially recognizes Negro League Stats in it’s History

THAT: Early Reports show EA’s College Football 25 could be a winner

THE THIRD: Man shows up to court date for suspended license… while driving?

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HOUR 1: Mavs/Wolves Preview, Lakers Head Coach JJ Redick? Scottie Scheffler Officially Vindicated, and the Iciest Shot of the Night May 30, 2024

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In Hour 1…

[01:44] – Mike Golic Sr. is Back Home Again in Indiana

Mike Golic Sr. returns from his brief hiatus and details the highlights of his road trip from Arizona to Indiana, including a stop at one of the largest gas stations in the world.

[07:38] – Remembering Bill Walton

Mike Golic Sr. takes a moment to discuss the life and legacy of Bill Walton, who passed away Monday after a battle with cancer. Mike details some of his favorite memories of Bill during their time working together, the joy he brought day in and day out to those in his life, and Bill joining him for a wedding hosted by his former show.

[11:44] – Western Conference Finals Game 5 Preview

Mike Golic Jr and Mike Golic Sr preview Thursday’s Game 5 of the NBA Western Conference Finals between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Dallas Mavericks. After falling into an 0-3 hole, what’s the likelihood the Timberwolves complete the comeback?

[19:58] – Ty Lue extended as Los Angeles Clippers Head Coach

The guys discuss the latest NBA news and notes non-playoff related. Ty Lue was extended for 5-years, $70M by the Los Angeles Clippers to remain as their head coach. Junior and Senior discuss if it was the right decision by the Clippers, as well as how much the Lakers head coaching search played into it.

[22:39] – Is JJ Redick a lock to be a great head coach?

The guys transition into a discussion on the future of the Lakers coaching staff, particularly JJ Redick, and how difficult it is to transition from playing to broadcasting, broadcasting to coaching, etc. Will Redick be able to make the same jump that Steve Kerr made with the Golden State Warriors?

[29:45] – Scottie Scheffler Cleared of All Charges

Following his arrest at the PGA Championship, Scottie Scheffler was officially cleared of all charges coinciding with the release of police audio from the arrest. Junior and Senior discuss their overarching thoughts on the situation, react to the officer’s statement, and note how we’re finally able to put a bow on one of the weirdest situations in PGA Tour History.

[39:39] – Iciest Shot of the Night – Presented by Jägermeister

The guys react to Matthew Tkachuk’s comments on Chris Kreider, followed by an update from the Stanley Cup Playoffs. Three straight games have gone to OT in the Eastern Conference Finals, and a tightly contested 2-2 series out West. They finish with a discussion on how great the Stanley Cup Playoff ratings have been this season.

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HOUR 2: Marshall Newhouse on OTA's, Reactions to Greg Sankey's comments, Rivalries Renewed, Jake Storiale on Acuna Injury and Angel Hernandez Retirement May 29, 2024

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[00:40] – Marshall Newhouse joins the show

Former NFL Offensive Tackle Marshall Newhouse joins Mike Golic Jr. and Jason Fitz to discuss the Dallas Mavericks 2024 Playoff Run as well as their Game 5 loss

They then go into a discussion on some of the Schedule Changes surrounding OTA’s this NFL Offseason, a potential overhaul to the 2025 Offseason, and why coaches and front offices aren’t so keen on the new setup proposal.

[20:03] – SEC Holds Annual Meetings

The guys discuss SEC Commissioner Greg Sankey’s recent comments on the potential future of collegiate sports. With a slew of anti-trust cases open, where is it heading in the short and long term?

It then transitions into a conversation of some renewed rivalries in 2024, with Texas joining Texas A&M in the SEC

[30:01] – Jake Storiale of Jomboy’s “Talkin Baseball” joins the show

Jake Storiale of Jomboy’s “Talkin Baseball” joins to discuss the latest on the Diamond with the guys. They start by discussing umpire Angel Hernandez’s “retirement” from Major League Baseball, as well as Ronald Acuña Jr’s season-ending injury, how that will impact his future and legacy, and what it means for Atlanta going forward

[41:12] – This, That and The Third

THIS: Victor Wembanyama keeps receipts

THAT: Panda Panda Panda

THE THIRD: New Soccer League in town, will it last?

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HOUR 1: Wolves Force Game 5, Kendrick Perkins sounds off on Rudy Gobert, Higgins and Chase skip Bengals OTA's and All-Weekend Teams May 29, 2024

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In Hour 1…

[01:26] – Minnesota Forces Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals

Mike Golic Jr. and Jason Fitz kick off the show discussing Tuesday’s Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals

The guys then go on to discuss if the Timberwolves can do what no team in NBA History has done – come back from a 0-3 deficit in a Playoff Series

[20:05] – An Update on Mike Golic Sr’s road trip home

Mike Golic Sr. is on the road heading home right now, Claudia and the guys check in to see the progress he’s made and the stops he’s made along the way.

[22:05] – Bronny James to remain in 2024 NBA Draft

The guys and Claudia discuss the news of LeBron James Jr. remaining in the 2024 NBA Draft, what his potential draft stock could be, dynamic with agent Rich Paul, and what they’re expecting from Bronny at the next level. Will Bronny end up with the Lakers? Could he end up elsewhere?

[29:50] – The Latest from NFL OTA’s

GoJo and Fitz play Something, Nothing, or Everything and discuss some of the biggest stories coming out of NFL OTA’s this week. This includes Nico Collin’s new deal to remain with the Houston Texans, Ja’Marr Chase and Tee Higgins skipping Bengals OTA’s, and noticeable weight loss from both Lamar Jackson and Tua Tagovailoa

[40:05] – GOJO and Fitz’s All-Weekend Teams

The guys jump into their All-Weekend Teams, featuring honorable mentions of Harry Higgs emotional speech following Grayson Murray’s Death and Arizona’s Walk-Off win to put a bow on the Pac-12.

They then discuss their second teams, consisting of Tyler Buchner’s continued dominance for Notre Dame Men’s Lacrosse and Vita Vea’s offseason weight-loss journey

Transitioning to first teams, the fellas discuss Charles LeClerc’s F1 Victory at his home track in Monaco, as well as Kyle Larson’s attempt at the impossible: racing in both the Indianapolis 500 and Coca-Cola 600 in the same day.

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Hour 2: Charlotte Wilder joins Gojo and Fitz to spotlight the Celtics’ dominance, Caleb Williams’ OTA performance and Claudia’s take on Superbad. May 28, 2024

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IN HOUR 2 - Gojo, Claudia, Fitz and Charlotte Wilder (on a Tuesday!)

00:01 - WHY CAN’T YOU JUST BE HAPPY?

Charlotte Wilder joins the show to get everyone excited about her beloved Celtics. Charlotte explains why New England fans can never truly be happy with a championship but how she’s working on it. Also, what are we going to do if the Mavs sweep and we have 10 days until the Finals start?

19:44 - LEAVE CALEB ALONE!

Reports out of Bears camp say Caleb Williams is struggling. Gojo, Fitz and Charlotte blame the current state of the media and themselves for why this is a story.

29:37 - SUPERBAD TRIVIA TIME

Claudia did her homework and watched Superbad over the long weekend. We test her knowledge of the movie and discuss why movies like this created Gojo’s personality.

39:23 - THIS, THAT & THE THIRD

Rich people won’t stop trying to kill themselves at the bottom of the ocean. Baseball fans rejoice with the retirement of Angel Hernandez and who has $5M to turn the Home Alone house into an escape room?

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HOUR 1: Celtics advance to NBA Finals behind Jaylen Brown’s ECF MVP performance, Gojo reacts to the passing of basketball legend Bill Walton and Notre Dame’s back-to-back lacrosse national titles. May 28, 2024

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IN HOUR 1 - Gojo and Golic (Jason Fitz in for Senior)

00:01 - BOSTON BOUND FOR FINALS

Celtics take care of business, but why is Claudia still not happy? Gojo and Fitz discuss the legitimacy of the Celtics playoff run and what the narrative will be if they finish the job.

19:36 - BEST BACKCOURT EVER?

Can Dallas finish the job? Gojo and Fitz dive into Stan Van Gundy’s comments about the Luka and Kyrie being the NBA’s best backcourt and why.

29:37 - REMEMBERING WALTON

Gojo, Fitz and Claudia discuss the passing of the legendary Bill Walton and what he meant to the game of basketball. We also get an update on Golic’s cross country road trip.

39:09 - ND LAX GOES BACK-TO-BACK

Gojo recaps his trip to Philly to watch Notre Dame capture their 2nd-straight NCAA Lacrosse Title. Fitz wonders why ND lacrosse is so much more clutch than ND football.

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Hour 2: Mavs, Timberwolves Preview, NCAA Agrees to Pay Players and Clark vs. Brink + Wheel of Fortune Bonk! May 24, 2024

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[02:05] NCAA AGREES TO ALLOW SCHOOLS TO PAY PLAYERS

The NCAA and its five power conferences have agreed to allow schools to directly pay players for the first time in over 100 years. GoJo and Golic discuss the historic decision, including a multibillion-dollar settlement for past and current athletes and a revenue-sharing plan starting in fall 2025.

[21:50] DAN CAMPBELL SUPER BOWL OR BUST

Lions coach Dan Campbell, fresh off the first week of OTAs, declares it's "Super Bowl or bust" for Detroit this season. With revamped defense and extensions for key players like Jared Goff and Amon-Ra St. Brown, the Lions. GoJo and Golic discuss Detroit’s aim to build on their recent success and make a deep playoff run.

[25:40] LATEST WITH TNT AND NBA

With TNT's future NBA broadcasts in doubt, G&G reacts to Charles Barkley's open criticism of network management. Barkley hinted at the possibility of starting a new production company with Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, and Shaquille O'Neal to continue their popular show, "Inside the NBA."

[31:45] MAVS VS T-WOLVES GAME 2

In “Cash It and Trash It,” GoJo, Golic, and Claudia aim to even their series against the Mavericks before heading to Dallas, entering the game as 5.5-point favorites before focusing on Coach Chris Finch’s disappointment in the team's Game 1 effort.

[35:41] BRINK VS CLARK TONIGHT

Top WNBA draft picks Caitlin Clark, and Cameron Brink face off as Clark seeks her first league win. The conversation transitions to their impact beyond the game of women's basketball and its significance.

[41:40] THIS, THAT AND THE THIRD

This: "Wheel of Fortune" contestant's hilarious guess. That: Kid getting new golf clubs after a tornado. Third: Dolphins linebacker Jaelan Phillips finds an iguana in his toilet.

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