The Underdog

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    2025
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  • Episode 419: Flights, Heights and Fights
    May 2 2025
    Matt’s Travel Recap: Anxiety, Airports & Celebrities

    00:00 – 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 Drives

    05:23 – 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 Comforts

    13:42 – 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 Expats

    18:32 – 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 Carousel

    21:22 – 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 Drama

    23:08 – 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 Package

    26:04 – 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 Collapse

    31:33 – 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 Sanders

    32:42 – 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 Slide

    37:03 – 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 Breakdown

    39:13 – 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 Coverage

    41:01 – 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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    42 min
  • Episode 418: Rory's Masterful Weekend
    Apr 17 2025
    ✈️ Travel & Flight Anxiety

    00:00 – 03:30

    Matt talks about his upcoming trip. He shares a story about his dad’s scary in-flight dehydration episode.


    🛩️ Charter Flights & Tracking Planes

    03:30 – 06:50

    Chris recommends JSX charter flights to reduce airport stress. Matt discusses tracking planes using an app.


    🎰 Casino Games & Slot Machine Wins

    06:50 – 10:30

    Matt loves slots and digital roulette. He recalls a big win at a bachelor party. Chris shares his brief and brutal $30 casino loss in Cleveland.


    ⛳ The Masters: Sportsbook Fallout

    10:30 – 14:20

    Heavy action on Rory McIlroy caused massive losses for sportsbooks. His odds dropped from +1200 to +600 before winning.


    🏆 Rory’s Victory & Justin Rose’s Payout

    14:20 – 17:10

    Matt celebrates Rory’s long-awaited Masters win and sympathizes with Justin Rose’s near miss, noting his $2.3M consolation.


    📉 Augusta Drama: Meltdowns & Comebacks

    17:10 – 19:40

    They break down the Sunday collapse and playoff, calling it one of the most compelling Masters endings in recent memory.


    💸 Tournament Payouts

    19:40 – 21:00

    Max Homa earns $462K for 12th place. Ludwig Åberg loses over $500K by bogeying 18.


    🌲 Pine Needles vs. Mulch

    21:00 – 22:30

    Chris rants about North Carolina’s use of pine needles for landscaping. He prefers mulch but finds switching expensive and tedious.


    👟 Sneaker Win: What the Kobe

    22:30 – 24:00

    Chris hits on a raffle and receives the "What the Kobe" sneakers in record time. Though he loves them, resale value is disappointing.


    🎬 Movie Talk: Fantastic Four & Casting

    24:00 – 26:00

    Chris critiques The Thing’s new design.


    🐾 Sean Gunn & Famous Siblings

    26:00 – 29:30

    Matt and Chris try to recall Sean Gunn’s name and joke about sibling fame.


    ⚾ Home Run Betting Picks

    29:30 – 33:30

    Chris hits on Spencer Torkelson in his recent home run bets. He targets Bryce Harper next. Matt picks Cedric Mullins and Nolan Gorman for their stat matchups and power potential.


    🔚 Closing Remarks

    33:30 – 33:45

    They wrap up, remind listeners to gamble responsibly, and send Matt off on his vacation.

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    33 min
  • Episode 417: Watch Out For Max Homa
    Apr 10 2025

    00:00 – 03:30

    • Intro & The Masters Preview
    • Chris and Matt open the show excited about The Masters golf tournament. They discuss favorite players, with Scottie Scheffler as the favorite, followed by Rory McIlroy, DeChambeau, Morikawa, and Rahm.


    03:30 – 05:00

    • Tiger Woods April Fools’ Joke & Mike Weir Memories
    • Tiger jokes about returning; Matt praises Mike Weir—his favorite Masters champ—despite Weir’s current irrelevance.


    05:00 – 08:15

    • Betting Odds & Max Homa’s Caddy Breakup
    • Matt dives into personal fandom and betting angles: Max Homa’s resurgence following a major caddy change, and his under-the-radar practice round.


    08:15 – 10:30

    • DeChambeau, Health Risks & Fitness Nerds
    • Bryson DeChambeau’s training regimen and health insights impress Matt.


    10:30 – 15:00

    • Matt’s Fractured Ankle Story
    • Matt finally reveals his fractured ankle saga—from multiple flare-ups to an old growth plate injury found by a podiatrist. He needs an MRI and possibly future ankle replacement.


    15:00 – 18:30

    • Driver’s Test & Teen Driving Fears
    • Chris and Matt swap stories about driver’s tests, parallel parking disasters, and teenage driving rules.


    18:30 – 21:30

    • Police Stops & Search Stories
    • Matt shares being pulled over.


    21:30 – 25:30

    • More Cop Stories & Inspection Rants
    • Chris and Matt laugh through anecdotes about police interactions. They also complain about the scam of car inspections and how tires are never repairable.


    25:30 – 28:30

    • Philadelphia Phillies Recap
    • The Phillies beat the Braves behind Trea Turner’s and Bryce Harper’s homers. Concerns about the bullpen, Alec Bohm, and Marsh’s inconsistency are discussed. Matt praises Max Kepler’s patience at the plate despite a low batting average.


    28:30 – 30:20

    • Betting Losses: NCAA and NBA
    • Matt laments losing $1,400 on the Bryant Bulldogs and his ruined NCAA brackets. Chris shares a loss on Spencer Dinwiddie, who stopped contributing after a hot start.


    30:20 – 34:00

    • Phillies Pitching & Cy Young Odds
    • Zach Wheeler: 2nd overall (+500)
    • Christopher Sánchez: +2500
    • Jesus Luzardo: +3300
    • Aaron Nola: +10,000
    • They debate the plausibility of three Phillies in the top three for Cy Young voting.


    34:00 – 35:00

    • Phillies vs. Yankees Odds
    • Phillies are underdogs (+104) against the Yankees. Probable pitchers: Lizardo vs. Schwellenbach. Matt likes Philly as a moneyline bet.


    35:00 – 38:40

    • Ankle & Arm Injuries + MRIs
    • Matt outlines next steps for his ankle. Chris recalls tearing his bicep tendon lifting a Peloton.


    38:40 – End

    • Scrubs TV Show & MRI Paranoia
    • They close with TV talk about Scrubs, and how full-body scans can reveal “stuff you didn’t want to know.” Chris ties it back to his advice.

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    39 min

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