Best of DLS: A Stocking Stuffer of Baseball Mangers

"I think we have to head to the next interview, but thank you very much for your time." Do you miss the sound of somebody hanging up the phone on terrestrial radio? Then boy oh boy do we have the hour for you. We kick it off with a Cal Ripken interview in which he tells us where he does (or does not) stand on Hillary vs Obama in 2008, then play a game of True or False with Bomani Jones. That's just the warm-up because after that, we have three of the most epic hang-ups in show history from interviews gone horribly wrong. First up is Joan Rivers, followed by Michael Phelps, and capped off with Nick Lachey. There's gotta be one Grinch at every Christmas, but thankfully for you, we've got three of the best coming right up. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nothing says Christmas Eve quite like baseball! We get you ready for a night of milk and cookies with three interviews from the past with some legendary baseball managers. First up, Stan Van Gundy joins us to talk to Joe Torre all the way back in 2006, before we speak to Joe Maddon and Jim Leyland. And yes, the Maddon interview did occur before Stugotz started ripping him. It also shows us just how far ahead of everyone else Maddon was in the new era of baseball. So sit back and grab a glass of hot cocoa because this is the perfect way to start your Christmas Eve. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Dennis Schröder was ice-cold when it mattered most, drilling a game-winning buzzer beater and reminding everyone why he’s one of the most dangerous clutch guards in the NBA.  On this episode of the Alley Oop Basketball Show on DLS Hoops, hosts Juju Gotti and Trysta Krick break down Schröder’s huge night and what his performance means going forward. The conversation doesn’t stop there. The crew dives into the Eastern Conference power struggle, asking the big question every fan is debating right now: Are the New York Knicks legit contenders, or do the Boston Celtics still own the East? With Jalen Brunson dropping an incredible 47 points, the Knicks are making noise — but is it enough to dethrone Boston? Plus, Juju and Trysta take a hard look at Trae Young’s shortcomings, discussing what’s holding him back, how defenses are attacking him, and whether his style of play can actually translate to winning basketball when it matters most. From clutch buzzer beaters to MVP-level performances and uncomfortable truths about star players, this episode has everything NBA fans are arguing about right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"I'd been studying karate for years with Chuck Norris." You will never believe what Dan's first question to Bob Barker in this interview from 2009 was, and that is just the beginning of an all-time great conversation with the legendary host of The Price is Right. Plus, a whole lot of arms fill out the rest of this hour. In fact, so many arms that JJ Watt might be the fourth smallest guy we interviewed. We may have cracked the code on where Stugotz started his JJ Watt bit, and it may be when he refused to play douche or no douche, forcing us to play cool or not cool instead. Plus, Carl Weathers and Ed Hochuli join the show, and Jason Taylor nearly fought Jimmy Johnson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We kick off this year's holiday episodes by stepping into the way way back machine for some vintage DLS clips. We're going back to the mid 2000s, to find some of Greg Cote's earliest and best bits including his lack of wrestling knowledge and the origins of the Upset Bird. Come for that, but stay for an interview with George St. Pierre where he describes how quickly he could kill Stugotz, a story of Pat Riley crying, Dan's interaction in a steam room, and Detlef Schremf. Plus, Dan and Stugotz dissect the Crossfit scam. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the first installment of a new interview series, Dan sits down with longtime friend and broadcasting icon Dan Patrick for a wide-ranging, reflective conversation. They talk about Patrick’s enduring love for his craft as he enters the later chapters of his career, how his relationship with his family has shaped his perspective, and the lessons both men have taken from building fulfilling lives and careers beyond ESPN. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

JuJu Gotti and Trysta Krick break down one of the wildest Kyrie Irving viral moments yet — yes, the robot caught hands — before diving into a full slate of NBA chaos. The crew talks about the Chicago Bulls refusing to lose to the Cleveland Cavaliers, the New York Knicks winning the NBA Cup, and why this Knicks run feels very real. Plus, as always, the show mixes serious hoops analysis with laugh-out-loud viral videos, wild internet moments, and classic Alley Oop energy. If you love NBA conversations that don’t take themselves too seriously — but still know ball — this episode is for you. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It is the last Hockey Show of 2025, so the guys are sending out the year with a bang. Nick Saban, the Winter Classic, Leon Draisaitl, Gene Principe, Tate McRae, cigs might be back, and that's just the first segment! Plus, before we head off for the holidays, Roy shares an emotional message about what this time of year means to him and what he is reflecting on as he heads into 2026. Brad Williams joins us afterwards for our semi-regular Anaheim Ducks update, which devolves into a deep dive into the history and legacy of one of America's great institutions: Waffle House. Finally, it's looking much brighter these days in the Panthers Den as the Cats have won six of ten and sit just outside a playoff spot as we head towards the holiday roster freeze. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Former NFL star Chris Long joins the show to pull back the curtain on the "Tua" discourse and explains why the average fan underestimates the Herculean effort required to win a single NFL game. Then, we dive into a massive Week 16 slate: The Philadelphia Eagles look to lock up the East, while the Bears and Packers prepare for a Saturday night war. Plus, Dave pitches a wild "Call Out" playoff format—imagine Bo Nix choosing Denver’s first-round opponent on live TV. (Photo by Matt Durisko/AP) Rundown: -Dave pours cold water on the College Football Playoffs -Best #35s in NFL history -Chris Long on Tua -Top Game of the Week AUDIO Football America! is available wherever you listen to podcasts. Leave us a 5-star review on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/football-america/id1831757512 Follow us: Dave Dameshek: https://x.com/dameshek Chris Long: https://x.com/JOEL9ONE Host: Dave Dameshek Guests: Chris Long Team: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Director: Danny Benitez Senior Producers: Gino Fuentes, Mike Fuentes Executive Producer: Bradley Campbell Arizona Cardinals, Atlanta Falcons, Baltimore Ravens, Buffalo Bills, Carolina Panthers, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland Browns, Dallas Cowboys, Denver Broncos, Detroit Lions, Green Bay Packers, Houston Texans, Indianapolis Colts, Jacksonville Jaguars, Kansas City Chiefs, Las Vegas Raiders, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Rams, Miami Dolphins, Minnesota Vikings, New England Patriots, New Orleans Saints, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh Steelers, San Francisco 49ers, Seattle Seahawks, Tampa Bay Buccaneers, Tennessee Titans, Washington Commanders Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

"What do you mean, 'from where?' The court." Did Tony invent small ball? Is PDA appropriate at a holiday party? Will JuJu's New England Patriots prediction hold up? Should you go ahead and get divorced rather than going to marriage counseling? You know about that Fantasy Football? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices