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James Davis Aug 21, 2020

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At the top of the show, Jason and Randy talk about Fernando Tatis Jr. Then they are joined by James Davis to talk about the recent Lakers loss and the NBA bubble being a preview for next season and Tiger Woods and the PGA Championship. Quick Hits: Hornets radio announcer says his offensive tweet was an autocorrect error. Double-foul calls. Masai Ujiri countersues over an altercation with a deputy on the court. To wrap the show, Nic Cage leaves a voicemail about his upcoming role in Tiger King.

Tony Luftman Aug 14, 2020

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At the top of the show, Jason and Randy get into the Big Ten and Pac-12 conferences postponing their 2020 fall seasons. Then the guys are joined by Tony Luftman to discuss hoe the NHL is making their season work, the creative ways they are approaching playing again and what teams are looking the best right now coming off the break. Quick Hits: Damian Lillard on the antics of Patrick Beverly and Paul George’s Twitter feud. Oakland’s Ryan Christenson makes what appears to be a Nazi salute. Jon Gruden pranks Raiders that he had covid-19. To wrap the show, Javier Bardem leaves the guys a voicemail.

Eddie Pence Aug 07, 2020

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At the top of the show Jason and Randy get into the how sports are working in and outside a bubble. Then, Eddie Pence joins to discuss Washington DC sports, if we will get through an NFL season. Quick Hits: Tom Brady claps back at Michael Strahan. Cardinals players test positive for covid after visiting a casino. Yoenis Cespedes opts out of the season. To wrap the show, Janet Marie Smith joins to discuss architecture in ballparks and how they shape the experience.

Gar Ryness Jul 31, 2020

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At the top of the show, Jason and Randy talk about how sports are back-ish and Lou Williams breaking the bubble. Then they are joined by Gar Ryness and no one is surprised that it's a Florida team that got infected, if testing positive for covid could become an asset for a team and Gar offers predictions for the American League and the World Series. Quick Hits: White Sox pitcher Michael Kopech filed for divorce from his wife. Denver Nuggets Michael Porter Jr. shares conspiracy theories. A Lackawanna, New York woman's obituary includes her hate for Tom Brady. To wrap the show, the guys get a voicemail from Ozzie Guillen.

Rex Chapman Jul 24, 2020

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At the top of the show Jason and Randy talk about MLB players kneeling before the National Anthem. Then, they are joined by Rex Chapman to discuss Kentucky sports, starting his career in the NBA, being inspired by Darrell Griffith, the image and likeness controversy and Rex's perspective on the issue. Quick Hits: DeSean Jackson and Stephen Jackson in trouble over anti-Semitic posts. Jeremy Roenick claims discrimination in firing. Dwight Howard denies the need for masks in the bubble. To wrap the show, the guys get a voicemail from Christoph Waltz.

Jon Jansen Jul 17, 2020

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At the top of the show, Jason and Randy give their thoughts on how a 2020 college football season could play out, and discuss DeSean Jackson's recent anti-Semitic comments. Then, Jon Jansen joins to talk about Kevin Warren's leadership and keeping college football players emotionally healthy as well as physically during the time of Covid-19, his own time both in college football and the NFL, and his thoughts about the Redskins' potential name change. Quick Hits: US runner Noah Lyles thought he beat Usain Bolt's record, but started from the wrong spot. A 12-year-old gets arrested for racist posts on social media. A Canadian marketing rep claims he was conned by someone posing as Zion Williamson's friend. To wrap the the show, the guys get a call from Michael Caine.

Daniel Van Kirk Jul 10, 2020

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At the top of the show Jason and Randy talks about sports teams changing their names. Then, their Dumb People Town co-host Daniel Van Kirk returns to discuss how petty MLB is, who the pitcher ion their generation is and the incredible story of Daniel and his Chicago Cubs pinball machine. Quick Hits: Meals for MLS players at the Walt Disney World bubble gets Fyre Fest comparisons. Dustin Skinner, son of a former NASCAR star apologizes for social media tweet about Bubba Wallace. Jermiah Braswell is arrested after running his car into a lake. To wrap the show, the guys get a voicemail from Mark Wahlberg.

The Midyear Music Episode: VFTCS Mixtape 2020 Jul 03, 2020

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Your Summer soundtrack is ready! The Sklar Brothers virtually come together for a special mid year music episode with guests Matt Price, Jonah Ray, and J-Logic.

Taffy Brodesser-Akner Jun 26, 2020

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At the top of the show, Jason and Randy discuss the possibility of Colin Kaepernick returning to the NFL. Then, Taffy Brodesser-Akner joins to talk about her history as a writer for ESPN magazine, what she learned about sports and reporting outside the box, and the most poignant part about telling stories about sports figures. Quick Hits: A white lives matter” banner is flown over Manchester City’s stadium. Bubba Wallace and the FBI investigation. Adding sponsor names to uniforms. To wrap the the show, the guys get a call from Kris Kristofferson.

Rob Neyer Jun 19, 2020

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At the top of the show, Jason and Randy talk about changes that you never saw coming in sports. Then, they are joined by Rob Neyer to discuss if baseball needs superstars to bring people back, if people will stay mad at the Astros, the negotiation points to get baseball started again. Quick Hits: Astros players fire back at Yankees over cheating allegations. Roger Goodell's change of heard over protests. Will MLB also participate in protests? To wrap the show, Ozzie Guillen leaves the guys a voicemail.