The Rich Eisen Show

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Hour 1: NBA Play-In Games Reactions, plus Alan Shipnuck on the Likely End of the LIV Golf Tour Apr 16, 2026

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Rich and the guys react to Steph Curry and the Golden State Warriors’ comeback win in their play-in win over Kawhi Leonard and the Los Angeles Clippers. (5:51)

TJ laments the sad state of his sports fandom in the wake of the Clippers’ elimination and the Mets getting swept by the Dodgers. (timestamp)

Longtime golfwriter/bestselling author Alan Shipnuck tells Rich why the LIV Golf Tour is likely to shutter when the current season is over, if golfers who signedmulti-million dollar deals with LIV will ever see another dime if LIV folds, how the PGA Tour will punish golfers who defected to the upstart tour, and why Rory McIlroy is far from done when it comes to winning majors. (timestamp)

Rich weighs in on the placement of his photo alongside other NFL Network talent on a prom for the NFL Draft. (timestamp)

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Exclusive Interview with "The Queen" Charlotte Flair Apr 15, 2026

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"Bow Down. All Hail The Queen!" 14-time Women's World Champion Charlotte Flair joined the show in advance of her Fatal 4-way match (alongside her partner Alexa Bliss) for the WWE Women's Tag Team Championship. Charlotte shared how her legendary career got started, how she's handled unfavorable crowd reactions, things that she wished she had done with her character over the years and more. Also, Charlotte and O'Shea share notes on being the children of very accomplished fathers: "Nature Boy" Ric Flair and Ice Cube.

O'Shea and T.J. also reveal that will be hosting a Wrestlemania 42 Pre-Show for ESPN2 this Friday.

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Hour 3: Matthew Stafford’s Successor Debate, NBA Power Rankings, plus David Spade In-Studio Apr 15, 2026

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Rich and the guys debate if the Rams should draft Ty Simpson to be Matthew Stafford’s successor or trade for an established star QB instead (ahem, Joe Burrow). (3:37)

Rich reveals his PowerRankings of his top 10 NBA playoff teams that will raise the eyebrow of many a Boston Celtics fan. (12:45)

Actor/comedian David Spade joins Rich in-studio to promote his new ‘The Busboys’ comedy movie and his ‘Fly on the Wall’ podcast with Dana Carvey, reveals what Chris Rock said to Kobe Bryant during their famous one-sided courtside conversation at a Lakers game once, weighs in on Kyler Murrary’s departure from his beloved Arizona Cardinals, and more. (17:48)

Rich and the guys discuss of the Miami Dolphins should or should not trade RB De’Von Achane. (37:33)

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Hour 2: Todd McShay Breaks Down His New NFL Mock Draft, plus a Horrible ABS Challenge and an Epic Coach Rant Apr 15, 2026

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The Ringer’s NFL Draft Analyst Todd McShay and Rich break down his NFL Mock Draft 4.0 that features some blockbuster trades involving the Dallas Cowboys, New York Jets, New Orleans Saints and others, weighs in on the intriguing depth of this year’s wide receiver class, and explains why he projects the Arizona Cardinals trading back into the late 1st round to select Alabama QB Ty Simpson. (1:13)

Jets fan Rich lays out why New York should NOT draft Simpson, and should wait on the loaded 2027 NFL Draft QB class instead. (22:25)

Red Sox fan Brockman reacts to Andruw Monasterio’s embarrassing ABC challenge in Boston’s loss to the Twins. (27:09)

The guys weigh in on the epic postgame rant by Blue Jackets Head Coach Rick Bowness after Columbus’ latest loss during a tough patch. (36:59)

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Hour 1: Hour 1: Heat-Hornets Play-In Game Reactions, plus Ohio State WR Carnell Tate Apr 15, 2026

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Rich and the guys react to the Charlotte Hornets’ OT win over the Miami Heat in their play-in game that was marred by an injury to Bam Adedayo when he was tripped by LaMelo Ball early in the contest. (2:12)

Ohio State WR Carnell Tate and Rich discuss his NFL Draft stock and weighs in on which team could select him next Thursday night, how he chose OSU when coming out of high school, has some good-natured back-and-for about the Buckeyes-Wolverines’ heated rivalry, and more. (18:35)

Rich and the guys react to the latest NFL Mock Draft from The Ringer’s Todd McShay. (34:59)

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Hour 3: WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes, and ‘Celebrity True or False’ with Andrew McCarthy Apr 14, 2026

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WWE Superstar Cody Rhodes and Rich preview the upcoming WrestleMania 42 in Las Vegas and the addition of Pat McAfee to the annual showcase, reveals the moment when he was 8-years-old that sold him on a career in wrestling, and more.

Actor Andrew McCarthy joins Rich in-studio to discuss his new ‘Who Needs Friends’ book, reflects on the ‘Brat Pack’ era of 80’s movies, and shares his favorite stories about ‘Pretty in Pink,’ ‘St. Elmo’s Fire,’ ‘Weekend at Bernie’ and more in a round of ‘Celebrity True or False.’

Wrap up the show with a caller!

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Hour 2: WNBA Draft Reactions, plus NBC Sports’ MLB Analyst Anthony Rizzo Apr 14, 2026

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NBC Sports’ Anthony Rizzo joins Rich in-studio where he weighs in on what makes Yankees star Aaron Judge such an extraordinary player, what could be the Dodgers’ Achilles heel as they strive for a 3rd-straight World Series win, ranks the best young players in MLB today, explains why ABS is making umpires better at their job, and reacts to Mike Del Tufo’s combo Yankees/Dodgers cap. (1:32)

Rich and the guys react to the UCLA-heavy WNBA Draft, and discuss which sporting events should follow The Masters’ policy of not allowing fans to bring cell phones into the venue. (22:35)

Rich shares some behind-the-scenes stories about his recent hosting of ESPN’s ‘SportsCenter.’ (36:11)

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Hour 1: CJ Stroud Extension Debate, AJ Brown Latest, plus Actor Tony Shalhoub In-Studio Apr 14, 2026

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Rich and Chris Brockman debate if CJ Stroud has done enough already to earn a long-term contract extension from the Houston Texans. (4:43)

Emmy Award-winning actor Tony Shalhoub joins Rich in-studio to promote his new MGM+ ‘American Classic’ comedy series starring Kevin Kline, his time making ‘Men in Black,‘Galaxy Quest,’ ‘Monk,’ and ‘The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,’ and says why hi sbeloved hometown Green Bay Packers will win the NFC North next season instead of the Chicago Bears. (16:55)

Rich and Brockman react to the latest on the possibility of the Philadelphia Eagles trading WR AJ Brown. (39:00)

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Hour 3: Rich on His ‘SportsCenter’ Return, plus ESPN’s Joe Tessitore & NFL Draft Analyst Matt Miller Apr 13, 2026

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ESPN’s Joe Tessitore joinsRich in-studio where he reveals how growing up in a loud, passionate Italian family perfectly prepared him for a career in sportscasting, previews the biggest storylines to watch in the WWE’s upcoming WrestleMania 42, and more. (1:26)

ESPN’s Matt Miller and Rich preview the NFL Draft including the possibility of the New York Jets or Dallas Cowboys trading up, the Miami Dolphins’ draft strategy and possible first-round picks, which player’s stock is rising the most, where Norte Dame RB Jeremiyah Love could land, and the ongoing 1st-round/2nd-round debate surrounding Alabama QB Ty Simpson. (20:33)

Rich recaps his night hosting‘SportsCenter’ from ESPN’s Bristol, Connecticut headquarters for the first time since 2003. (35:35)

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Hour 2: Overreaction Monday, plus NFL Insider Ian Rapoport In-Studio Apr 13, 2026

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NFL Network’s Ian Rapoport joins Rich in-studio where he reveals what goes into being an NFL Insider, discusses the intrigue surrounding possible trades at the top of the NFL Draft, if Alabama QB Ty Simpson will be a 1st or 2nd round draft pick, if the Philadelphia Eagles or Las Vegas Raiders could trade WR AJ Brown and Maxx Crosby, the chances Patrick Mahomes, Kirk Cousins and Deshaun Watson are Week 1 starters next season, and more. (2:02)

In ‘Overreaction Monday’ Rich weighs in on the Dallas Cowboys’ and Kansas City Chiefs’ NFL Draft strategy, if the Chargers should trade for AJ Brown, the NBA Playoffs, Stanley Cup Playoff, Rory McIlroy’s back-to-back Masters win, and the suddenly slumping New York Yankees. (34:42)

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