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-- Who's not making it to the MLB All-Star Game in Seattle?
-- Who screwed up in the NFL, now?
-- Who got laid off by ESPN, and will there be more to come?

These stories (and more) can be found on this episode of Cole Sportz! On tap:

HEADLINES
-- NBA free agency winners and losers: Lakers will be contenders; Heat and Mavs are TBD
-- Florida takes 1st public step toward a $400M-plus renovation to its aging and iconic Swamp
-- Angels' Shohei Ohtani exits early due to blister, doesn't expect to pitch in All-Star Game
-- Mike Trout suffers broken hamate bone, likely out six to eight weeks
-- MLB announces All-Star Game replacements for Mike Trout, Aaron Judge, Clayton Kershaw

SUPER HEADLINE
-- Before suicide, his dream was to play for Cardinals. Sunday he got 'ovation he deserved'

THE VIP ZONE (1st visit)

E-MAIL (Stephen A. Smith cc: General Public | SUBJECT: Come with the real)
-- Stephen A. Smith on ESPN layoffs: 'More is coming' and 'I could be next'

FROM THE VAULT (07.05.1980 - Bjorn Borg def. John McEnroe in epic men's Wimbledon Final classic)
-- The five-set final between Bjorn Borg and John McEnroe was the pinnacle of their rivalry

THE VIP ZONE (2nd visit)

DOLTW OF THE WEEK - Isaiah Rodgers | Rashon Berry | Nicholas Petit-Frere
-- NFL suspends three more players for entire 2023 season for gambling violations

THE VIP ZONE (3rd visit)

GO IN - Commemorating Steve McNair Independence Day tragedy
-- Tracing a tragedy: Reconstructing the final days of former NFL QB Steve McNair

THE VIP ZONE (Final visit)

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0:00:00 - Broadcast Countdown/Open
0:01:36 - HEADLINES (Ohtani, Trout suffer injuries)
0:14:00 - "Will this (suicide) ever raise the awareness of teen suicide and bullying?" - VIP Zone
0:17:19 - E-MAIL (Stephen A. Smith: Come with the real)
0:31:35 - FROM THE VAULT (07.05.1980 - Borg def. McEnroe: 1980 Wimbledon men's Final)
0:36:01 - "Job insecurities can bring out the worst in employees. Plus, it can cause instability and dysfunction in the workplace." - VIP Zone
0:39:57 - DOLTS OF THE WEEK (Isaiah Rodgers, Rashon Berry, Demetrius Taylor + Nicholas Petit-Frere)
0:50:24 - "This segment is as epic and Cole's NBA ALL STAR rant. Gold. Jerry ... GOLD!" - The VIP Zone
0:53:16 - GO IN (Steve McNair's death: 14 years later)
1:04:35 - "Every (wo)man has his/her breaking point. When a person snaps, it's best to stand clear. Never play with someone's heart or emotions." - The VIP Zone
1:05:18 - CashApp Donation address ($hostcolejohnson)
1:05:30 - Broadcast Close


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-- The NBA Conference Finals are set!
-- The NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs - Conference Finals are here!
-- Ja Morant gets filmed on Instagram Live with a gun ... AGAIN!

These stories (and more) can be found on this episode of Cole Sportz! On tap:

HEADLINES
-- Lakers' LeBron James reminds us of his greatness with brilliant closeout game vs. Warriors
-- Nuggets hold off Lakers, win Game 1 of West finals behind Nikola Jokic's triple-double
-- Heat back to the NBA's final four, top Knicks 96-92 for 4-2 series win
-- Tatum sets Game 7 record with 51 points, Celtics beat 76ers 112-88
-- Stars beat Kraken 2-1 in G7 to advance to West final, Johnston scores day after 20th birthday
-- Jonathan Marchessault scores 3 to lead Golden Knights past Oilers 5-2 to advance to West final
-- Josh Harris' group, Washington Commanders finalize sale agreement for NFL franchise

THE VIP ZONE (1st visit)

E-MAIL (Kenyan Martin; cc: Today NBA Fan | SUBJECT: Let Julius live!)-- Kendra Randle, wife of Julius Randle, pushes back against criticism of on-court kiss

FROM THE VAULT (05.17.1998 - Davis Wells beats Twins 4-0; pitches perfect game)
-- David Wells pitches 1st perfect game in Yankee Stadium since Don Larsen

THE VIP ZONE (2nd visit)

DOLT OF THE WEEK - Ja Morant
-- Grizzlies suspend Ja Morant after another gun video surfaces on Instagram Live

THE VIP ZONE (3rd visit)

GO IN - 76ers lose in conference semifinals ... again
-- Sixers fire Doc Rivers after early playoff exit; coach thanks team, Philadelphia fans

THE VIP ZONE (Final visit)

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-- The NFL released their schedule for 2023 season.
-- Darvin Ham and LeBron James contend they never flop.
-- Stephen A. Smith mirrors Today NBA Fan in Anthony Davis' criticism.

These stories (and more) can be found on this episode of Cole Sportz! On tap:

HEADLINES
-- NFL schedule 2023 winners, losers: Which teams were dealt toughest breaks?
-- ESPN's Mark Jackson says he made 'honest mistake' leaving Nikola Jokic off NBA MVP ballot
-- Bo Jackson reveals he's suffered from hiccups for nearly a year, will undergo procedure
-- Jesper Fast sends Hurricanes to conference final with OT winner vs. Devils
-- Hintz has 2 goals, Pavelski scores again as Stars take 3-2 series lead over Kraken
-- Most marquee 2024 Olympics events will air live from Paris, NBC says
-- Tom Brady in talks to become limited Raiders partner

THE VIP ZONE (1st visit)

E-MAIL (Phoenix Suns; cc: Mat Ishbia | SUBJECT: Blow it up!)
-- 'It hurt big time': Suns out of NBA playoffs after another embarrassing exit

FROM THE VAULT (05.12.1974)
-- Boston Celtics defeat Kareem Abdul-Jabbar-led Milwaukee Bucks to win NBA championship in seven games

THE VIP ZONE (2nd visit)

DOLT OF THE WEEK - Stephen A. Smith
-- Stephen A. Smith's cringeworthy take on concussions, Anthony Davis injury is irresponsible

THE VIP ZONE (3rd visit)

GO IN - Lakers, LeBron James 'don't work on flopping.' Yeah, right!

THE VIP ZONE (Final visit)

Thank you for choosing Cole Sportz! We provide coverage that is sports on another level. After all, we are for the intelligent sportsman ... and woman.

You're listening to the classiest sports show on the planet!


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HEADLINES
•NFL Week 1 winners and losers: Patrick Mahomes, Justin Jefferson impresses
•Alabama, Texas lead five biggest overreactions from Week 2 in college football
•Los Angeles Dodgers become first team to clinch playoff spot after rout of San Diego Padres
•Jerry Jones says Dallas Cowboys QB Dak Prescott needs thumb surgery
•Joe Buck, Troy Aikman's 'Monday Night Football' debut is win for ESPN
•Anthony Varvaro, former MLB pitcher turned police officer, killed in car crash on way to 9/11 memorial in NYC

SUPER HEADLINE
•Albert Pujols hits home run No. 697, eclipsing Alex Rodriguez for 4th on all-time list

E-MAIL – MLB: Baseball didn’t need any tweaks
•MLB rule changes in 2023 include pitch clock, banning the shift and bigger bases

FROM THE VAULT – 09.13.1981 (John McEnroe defeats Bjorn Borg to win US Open)
•When Bjorn Borg lost the 1981 US Open to John McEnroe and simply walked out

DOLT OF THE WEEK – Indianapolis Colts
•Colts tie is on the whole organization

UPON FURTHER REVIEW – Why is Ravens QB Lamar Jackson still unsigned?

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HEADLINES
-- Stretch run: Eight questions heading into the final month of the MLB season
-- Truth, lies and gambling schemes: Netflix docufilm returns disgraced former NBA referee to spotlight
-- 'Dodged a bullet': Justin Verlander, Astros get good news on Cy Young favorite's injury
-- Broncos, Russell Wilson reach agreement on five-year extension worth up to $245 million
-- Cleveland Cavaliers acquire All-Star Donovan Mitchell from Utah Jazz in NBA trade shocker
-- Nick Kyrgios bothered by marijuana smell during US Open win

SUPER HEADLINE
-- White Sox manager Tony La Russa will see heart specialists, out indefinitely

E-MAIL – Russian Basketball: Run me my money!

FROM THE VAULT – 09.06.1996
(Eddie Murray hits 500th home run in career)

DOLT OF THE WEEK – Mary Carillo | Chanda Rubin

UPON FURTHER REVIEW – Thank you for everything, Serena!


Timestamp
0:00 - Broadcast Open
1:23 - HEADLINES (Bills @ Rams kicks off NFL 2022 season)
14:54 - E-MAIL (Run Me My Money: Athletes still going to Russia)
26:39 - FROM THE VAULT (09.06.1996 - Eddie Murray hits 500th HR of career)
30:51 - DOLT OF THE WEEK (Mary Carillo | Chanda Rubin)
43:40 - UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Serena Williams: Thank you for everything)
53:52 - Cash App address ($hostcolejohnson)
54:32 - Broadcast Close


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HEADLINES
• Tom Brady on absence from Buccaneers: 'I'm 45 years old, man, there's a lot of (stuff) going on'
• 2023 MLB schedule released, regular season opens on March 30 with a balanced schedule
• Despite drawing harsh reviews from some NFL players, Guardian Caps are likely here to stay
• Los Angeles Lakers acquire guard Patrick Beverley from Utah Jazz
• Phoenix Suns will go retro this season in bringing back iconic look from 1992-93 season
• Seahawks coach Pete Carroll names Geno Smith starting quarterback for season opener

SUPER HEADLINE
• Oklahoma City Thunder rookie Chet Holmgren to miss 2022-23 NBA season with Lisfranc injury

GO IN – NFL leaves oversight of joint practices to teams doing battle

FROM THE VAULT – 08.30.1997 (Houston Comets win first-ever WNBA championship)

DOLT OF THE WEEK – Matt Araiza

UPON FURTHER REVIEW – The Brooklyn Nets are reminiscent of a sports soap opera


Timestamp

0:00 - Broadcast Open
0:37 - HEADLINES (Chet Holmgren out for 2022 NBA season)
17:57 - GO IN (Aaron Donald swings helmet)
28:35 - FROM THE VAULT (Houston Comets win 1st WNBA championship)
33:10 - DOLT OF THE WEEK (Matt Araiza)
46:54 - UPON FURTHER REVIEW ('As The Nets Turn')
58:24 - Cash App address ($hostcolejohnson)
58:48 - Broadcast Close


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Here's what is on tap for the program:

HEADLINES
• NBA won't play games on 2022 Election Day, encouraging fans to vote in midterms
• LA Dodgers pitcher Walker Buehler to have elbow surgery, will miss rest of 2022 season
• Ben Simmons, Philadelphia 76ers settle his grievance over salary, per AP
• MLB suspends Pittsburgh Pirates' Rodolfo Castro over viral cell phone mishap
• Kevin Durant stays with Brooklyn Nets for 2022-2023 season
• 'There's no rivalry between me and him': Browns' Myles Garrett downplays facing Baker Mayfield

SUPER HEADLINE
• Fan gets 'haircut' in Yankee Stadium stands during game vs. Rays

DOLT OF THE WEEK #1 – Marcel Ozuna

FROM THE VAULT – 08.23.1978
• Kobe Bryant was born

DOLT OF THE WEEK #2 – Aqib Talib (w/ Yaqub Talib)

UPON FURTHER REVIEW – “Game 163” is no more


Timestamp

0:00 - Broadcast Open
0:48 - HEADLINES (Yankees fan gets haircut)
14:11 - DOLT OF THE WEEK #1 (Marcel Osuna)
25:37 - FROM THE VAULT (Kobe Bryant was born)
30:59 - DOLT OF THE WEEK #2 (Aqib Talib w/ Yaqub Talib)
47:49 - UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Game #163 is over)
58:41 - Cash App address ($hostcolejohnson)
58:56 - Broadcast Close


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Here's what is on tap for the program:

HEADLINES
• Lakers GM Rob Pelinka fights through tears at Vanessa Bryant's trial over Kobe crash photos
• Ravens make Justin Tucker highest-paid kicker in NFL history, per reports
• Aaron Rodgers' use of ayahuasca won't get him in trouble with NFL, league says
• Packers coach Matt LaFleur was 'pleased' with Jordan Love's play despite 3 interceptions
• Police: Marshawn Lynch was asleep, car damaged before arrest
• Ex- NFL RB Frank Gore charged with simple assault in domestic violence investigation in Atlantic City
• Ken Griffey Jr. and Ken Griffey Sr. play catch before Field of Dreams game before Cubs 4-2 W against Reds

SUPER HEADLINE
• Retiring Bill Russell's No. 6 ensures his legacy of equality and justice endures

GO IN – Serena Williams intends to retire after US Open

FROM THE VAULT – 08.16.2008
• Usain Bolt sets 100m world, wins gold medal at 2008 Olympics in Beijing

DOLT OF THE WEEK – Fernando Tatis, Jr.

UPON FURTHER REVIEW – The NFL is making up the rules as they go with Deshaun Watson


Timestamp

0:00 - Countdown
0:04 - Broadcast Open
0:50 - HEADLINES (NBA retries #6 in Bill Russell's honor)
15:46 - GO IN (Serena Williams leans toward retirement)
27:26 - FROM THE VAULT (Usain Bolt wins 2008 Olympic gold in 100m)
31:42 - DOLT OF THE WEEK (Fernando Tatis, Jr.)
45:07 - UPON FURTHER REVIEW (NFL, Roger Goodell flub Deshaun Watson suspension)
56:23 - Cash App address ($hostcolejohnson)
56:39 - Broadcast Close


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Here's what's on top for the program:

HEADLINES
• The top eight World Series contenders in the wake of the trade deadline
• Dolphins' failed pursuit of Tom Brady leaves QB Tua Tagovailoa in unenviable spot again
• Philadelphia 76ers' signing of James Harden being investigated by NBA for tampering, per report
• Tracking all the new NFL uniforms and helmets for the 2022 season
• Carson Wentz's brutal day with Commanders shows why Eagles better off with Jalen Hurts
• Kareem Abdul-Jabbar says he believes Will Smith is sincere in his apology for slap of Chris Rock

SUPER HEADLINE
• Aaron Rodgers says taking ayahuasca helped improve mental health
and spurred MVP seasons

GO IN – Kevin Durant says to Nets brass, “It’s me or them”

FROM THE VAULT – 08.06.1999 (Tony Gwynn notched hit #3,000 in 12-10 win over Montreal Expos)

DOLT OF THE WEEK – Cathy Engelbert and Adam Silver

UPON FURTHER REVIEW – Vin Scully: Gone but never forgotten


Timestamp

0:00 - Broadcast Open
0:38 - HEADLINES (Aaron Rodgers drinking ayahuasca)
16:39 - GO IN (Kevin Durant gives ultimatum to Nets)
28:33 - FROM THE VAULT (Tony Gwynn gets 3,000th career hit)
33:04 - DOLT OF THE WEEK (Cathy Engelhart | Adam Silver)
47:38 - UPON FURTHER REVIEW (We remember Vin Scully)
58:47 - Broadcast Close


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The Mothership returns! Here is what's on tap for this action-packed episode:

HEADLINES
• Cotton Bowl 2021: Alabama overpowers Cincinnati to advance to national championship game
• Dominant Georgia shuts down Michigan 34-11 for Orange Bowl victory
• Curry makes 3,000th 3-pointer, Nuggets edge Warriors 89-86
• Aaron Rodgers: NFL has created a 'two-class system' for vaccinated players vs. unvaccinated
• NHL players vent frustration over being barred from Olympics
• 'A positive force'? Here's why MLB lockout isn't bad for baseball's popularity – yet

SUPER HEADLINE
• 'NFL 2021 Regular Season – Week 18 preview

GO IN – Admit the PED users, MLB; it’s your fault, anyway!

DOLT OF THE WEEK – Brooklyn Nets

RETURN TO VIEW – John Madden is remembered and beloved

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HEADLINES
— Former NBA Commissioner David Stern in serious condition after brain hemorrhage
— Babe Ruth’s 500th home run bat fetches more than $1 million in auction
— Antetokounmpo, Bucks beat Davis-led Lakers 111-104
— Utah Jazz fan banned from arena sues team, Russell Westbrook for $100 million
— Dodgers, Red Sox discussing trade for superstar Mookie Betts
— Banks might soon be allowed to classify NFL stadium funding as ‘aid to the poor’
SUPER HEADLINE
— James Wiseman withdraws from Memphis, begins preparing for NBA draft

GOIN’ IN [Drew Brees makes history … again]

FROM THE VAULT … [Barry Sanders 3rd RB to gain 2,000 yards in a season – 12.21.1997]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Dion Waiters]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [‘The Unforgiveness Disease’ … starring Michael Vick]

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HEADLINES
— Dallas Stars fire coach Jim Montgomery for ‘unprofessional conduct’
— Jackson, Ravens beat Jets 42-21 to clinch AFC North title
— Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard gets championship ring and feels the love in return to Toronto
— Astros bashing in vogue as rivals await results of MLB probe
— Rendon follows Strasburg, Cole to free agent riches
— Landry says best friend OBJ not looking to bolt Browns

SUPER HEADLINE
— College football bowl schedule for the 2019-20 season

GOIN’ IN [Yankees land Gerrit Cole]

FROM THE VAULT … [Ahmad Rashad catches ‘Miracle at the Met’ pass – 12.14.1980]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [New England Patriots]

SKIT [We’re Onto Cincinnati]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [The long, winding road of Joe Burrow]

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SKIT [Jerral goes HAM on air]

HEADLINES
— Lakers star LeBron James on the verge of even more career milestones
— Bears defeat Cowboys 31-24
— Carolina Panthers fire coach Ron Rivera after nearly 9 years
— Bill Peters out as Flames coach after player said he used racial slur while talking to him a decade ago
— How Mavericks’ Luka Doncic has proven even Dirk Nowitzki wrong and blossomed into a superstar
— There’s more at stake in Ruiz-Joshua 2 than three world titles
— Kyrie Irving fires back at Boston Celtics fans who taunted him and called him a coward

SUPER HEADLINE
— Oklahoma moves into fourth College Football Playoff spot

GOIN’ IN [Houston Rockets dunk themselves into a loss]

FROM THE VAULT … [Bo Jackson wins Heisman Trophy – 12.07.1985]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Tim Ryan | Josh Shaw]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Should NFL division champs gain automatic home playoff games?]

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SKIT [The Clapper]

SUPER HEADLINE
— NBA, teams discuss shortening regular season, reseeding playoff teams and postseason play-in

GOIN’ IN [CFP heading into ‘Rivalry Week’]
— Chaos claims Oregon, Oklahoma is still alive, Utah thrives

FROM THE VAULT … [Kick 6 punctuates Class Iron Bowl game – 11.30.2013]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Patrick Patterson]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Lamar Jackson: NFL 2019 MVP frontrunner?]

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SKIT [As the BS Turns]

HEADLINES
— College Football Playoff rankings as top 4 remains same
— Houston Texans defeat Indianapolis Colts in game that could decide AFC South winner
— Underperforming Toronto Maple Leafs fire head coach Mike Babcock
— Jets’ Le’Veon Bell says he’s fed up with NFL drug tests: ‘I’m not doing another after today’
— Rob Gronkowski, Venus Williams join dancers for halftime performance at Lakers game
— Deontay Wilder has a secret weapon for Saturday fight: his sixth sense

SUPER HEADLINE
— Tua Tagovailoa’s prognosis ‘excellent’ after his surgery

GOIN’ IN [Charles Barkley’s mouth gets him in trouble again]

FROM THE VAULT … [Eagles shut out Cowboys in “Bounty Bowl” – 11.23.1989]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [NFL | Colin Kaepernick]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA load management an issue]

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SUPER HEADLINE

GOIN’ IN 

FROM THE VAULT …

DOLT OF THE WEEK 

UPON FURTHER REVIEW 

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HEADLINES

— USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 11

— Derek Carr, Josh Jacobs lead Oakland Raiders to late winning TD vs. Los Angeles Chargers

— Deion Sanders emerges as candidate for Florida State football coaching job, per report

— Antonio Brown lashes out at NFL, says he’ll ‘never play’ in league again

— Mad at Clippers for sitting Kawhi Leonard? Get used to it

— MLBPA launches investigation into Braves GM Alex Anthopoulos after free agency comments

SUPER HEADLINE

— Ohio State takes No. 1 spot in College Football Playoff committee’s first rankings

GOIN’ IN [Nationals visit the White House]

FROM THE VAULT … [Evander Holyfield TKOs Mike Tyson – 11.09.1996]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jermaine Whitehead]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [President Trump’s sports attendance]

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HEADLINES

— USA TODAY Sports College football staff picks for Week 10

— Jimmy Garoppolo throws for four touchdowns as 49ers beat Cardinals, remain unbeaten

— Trent Williams says he had cancer, alleges Redskins failed to test for it for nearly 6 years

— Joel Embiid and Karl-Anthony Towns ejected for sparking brawl between Sixers and T’wolves

— James Harden pours in 59 points as Rockets outlast Wizards in 159-158 thriller

— LeBron James evacuates LA home, relocates family to hotel because of wildfires

SUPER HEADLINE

— Warriors star Steph Curry suffers broken left hand against Suns

GOIN’ IN [College athletes can get paid]

FROM THE VAULT … [Roger Maris wins AL MVP 225-222 votes – 11.02.1960]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Baker Mayfield]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Washington Nationals complete championship fight]

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HEADLINES

— No. 2 LSU meets No. 9 Auburn in clash of CFB hopefuls

— Vikings methodically beat down Washington NFL Franchise, 19-9

— Red Wings legend Vladimir Konstantinov survived horrific limo crash, but injury forever changed him

— Patriots trade for Falcons’ Mohamed Sanu a brilliant exercise in self-awareness

— Lakers-Clippers can become rivalry even if Lakers will always own LA

— Astros facing the unthinkable after Game 2 loss to Nationals in World Series

SUPER HEADLINE

— Dallas NBC station apologizes for delaying tornado warning during Cowboys’ game vs. Eagles

GOIN’ IN [Zion Williamson out 6-8 week with torn meniscus]

FROM THE VAULT … [Red Sox and Dodgers play longest World Series game – 10.26.2018]

DOLTS OF THE WEEK [Brandon Taubman | Rob Drake]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [DeAngelo Williams and mammograms]

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HEADLINES

— Five games in Week 8 that will impact the College Football Playoff race

— MRI confirms dislocated kneecap for Chiefs QB, reigning MVP Patrick Mahomes

— New Orleans Pelicans rookie Zion Williamson expected to miss start of season

— Rams land CB Jalen Ramsey from Jaguars in blockbuster trade

— Angels hire Joe Maddon as next manager

— Finally World Series-bound, Washington Nationals put past failures behind them

SUPER HEADLINE

— Boxer Patrick Day dies after suffering traumatic brain injury in super welterweight fight

GOIN’ IN [Referees cheat Lions out of victory]

FROM THE VAULT … [Dodgers win 1981 NLCS with dramatic 9th inning HR – 10.19.1981]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Los Angeles Angels]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA/China controversy continues]

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HEADLINES

— Ranking the four potential World Series matchups

— Patriots defensively put clamps on Giants 35-14

— MLB commissioner Rob Manfred says Oakland A’s could move to Las Vegas

— Ben Simmons actually made a 3-pointer in 76ers’ preseason game

— St. Louis Blues superfan Laila Anderson is surprised as team gives her championship ring

— With Sam Darnold back, Adam Gase’s Jets offense must show progress now

— Simone Biles leads US women to fifth consecutive title at world gymnastics championships

SUPER HEADLINE

— Los Angeles Sparks fire general manager Penny Toler after she used racial slur

GOIN’ IN [Washington NFL Franchise: Horrible culture]

FROM THE VAULT … [Phillies outlasts Astros in historic 1980 NLCS – 10.12.1980]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Richard Sherman]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA/China controversy]

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HEADLINES

— Angels fire manager Brad Ausmus after just one season

— Week 5: Seahawks def. Rams 30-29

— 49ers’ Richard Sherman hopes California’s new law ‘destroys the NCAA’

— Sharks’ Evander Kane suspended three games for abusing official in preseason game

— Spence beats Porter, gets 2 belts in split-decision thriller

— Vikings QB Kirk Cousins apologizes to Adam Thielen for missing him on throws

SUPER HEADLINE

— MLB playoffs: Which teams have the clearest path to a World Series title?

GOIN’ IN [The 2-2 Division]

— AFC South manages to do something through four weeks that hasn’t been done since 1970

FROM THE VAULT … [Barry Bonds sets HR record for season – 10.05.2001]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Vontaze Burfict]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA battle rap beef? - Shaq vs. Dame D.O.L.L.A.]

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HEADLINES

-- Bold predictions for Week 5 in college football

-- Eagles turn to run game for big victory

-- Panthers' Newton says he needs 'time away from game' to heal

-- Gordon on why he returned to Chargers this week: "We're 1-2"

-- Antonio Brown, Los Angeles Rams safety Eric Weddle have fight on Twitter

-- Giants expect RB Saquon Barkley to miss several weeks with high-ankle sprain

SUPER HEADLINE

-- >MLB playoff picture: Updated look at division, wild card races

GOIN' IN [Referee indecision]

FROM THE VAULT … [Red Sox Ted Williams hits .400 for the season - 09.28.1941]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Bryce Harper]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Super Bown Halftime Show ... yawn]

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HEADLINES

-- Jaguars defeat Titans 20-7

-- Alabama, Notre Dame highlight the 10 most powerful college football programs

-- Georgia grocery store removes Irish Spring soap ahead of Notre Dame-Georgia clash

-- NHL players will not opt out of current CBA as labor peace set to at least 2022

-- Los Angeles Chargers holdout Melvin Gordon insists he's 'going to play somewhere' in 2019

-- MLB playoff picture: Updated look at division, wild card races

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Warriors' Steph Curry wants to play in 2020 Olympics, opens up about Kevin Durant's departure

GOIN' IN [Jalen Ramsey and Jaguars conundrum]

FROM THE VAULT … [O'Brien outduels Marino - 09.21.1986]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Felipe Vasquez]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Darnold, Brees, Roethlisberger out; Manning replaced]

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HEADLINES

-- MLB playoff picture: Updated look at division, wild card races

-- Five games in Week 3 that will impact the College Football Playoff

-- Reigning MVP Christian Yelich done for the season after fracturing kneecap in Brewers' win

-- Jets QB Sam Darnold has mono, will miss Monday night game vs. Browns

-- ESPN reviving 'NFL Primetime' with Chris Berman and Tom Jackson

-- USA Basketball falls to Serbia, endures worst major tournament finish

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Cowboys' DeMarcus Lawrence explains viral video of snubbing young Giants fan

GOIN' IN [U.S. Patent Office says 'No']

FROM THE VAULT … [MLB strikes for second time in its history - 09.14.1994]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Cleveland Browns]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Antonio Clown is a Patriot ... and an alleged rapist]

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HEADLINES

-- How Jets' Le'Veon Bell is prepping for real games: Getting the defense angry in practice

-- Are Reds, Pirates being warned? Marty Brennaman 'told they have been,' Joe Torre says no

-- Joshua-Ruiz rematch set for Dec. 7 in Saudi Arabia

-- Rockets GM Daryl Morey breaks down why James Harden is the best scorer in NBA history

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Astros block Free Press from Justin Verlander’s postgame media session

GOIN' IN [NFL Preseason under microscope]

FROM THE VAULT … ["Redeem Team" wins Olympic gold - 08.24.2008]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Patrick Chung]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Players and the NFL/Roc Nation merger]

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HEADLINES

— Mike Tyson says he smokes around $40K worth of weed a month at his ranch

— Washington Capitals executive Sergey Kocharov wins $1 million lottery prize

— Lakers center DeMarcus Cousins suffers torn ACL

— Reds rookie Aristides Aquino continues record pace with another homer

— Alex Rodriguez has $500,000 worth of items stolen from rental car, per report

— Gregg Popovich calls Colin Kaepernick’s fight for social justice ‘a very patriotic thing’

SUPER HEADLINE

— Ohio State has market cornered on THE dumbest ideas

GOIN’ IN [NFL reaches for atonement with Jay-Z]

FROM THE VAULT … [Michael Phelps wins record 8th gold medal in an Olympiad – 08.17.2008]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Antonio Brown]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Simone Biles]

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SKIT [Antonio Brown says 'Helmet or retirement']

HEADLINES

-- Damon Sheehy-Guiseppi, who talked his way into NFL tryout, scores TD for Cleveland Browns

-- E-MAIL | Georgia Southern's Shai Werts cleared of cocaine charges after contending 'it's bird poop'

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Patriots QB Tom Brady still set to become free agent in 2020 despite new contract

GOIN' IN [Charles Barkley talks critically about political parties]

FROM THE VAULT … [Jack Nicklaus wins 5th PGA Championship - 08.10.1980]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [NCAA]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Should running backs get paid more?]

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-- Clemson is No. 1 in preseason Amway Coaches Poll for first time in school history

-- Chargers RB Melvin Gordon's agent asked team for trade after $10 million per year offer

-- Chris Kunitz retires after 15 NHL seasons, four Stanley Cup titles

-- Ex-Cavaliers GM David Griffin: Pressure to win with LeBron James made me 'miserable'

-- Clippers unveil images and plans for lavish new arena in Inglewood

-- Trevor Bauer throws ball over outfield fence in anger, later issues apology

-- WR Michael Thomas agrees to record-setting $100 million deal with Saints

GOIN' IN [Trade deadline deal makes Astros World Series favorites]

FROM THE VAULT … [Mary Lou Retton wins an Olympic gymnastics medal - 08.03.1984]

DOLTS OF THE WEEK [Pittsburgh Pirates and Cincinnati Reds]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Hall of Fame reminder - Champ Bailey]

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SUPER HEADLINE

— Warriors star DeMarcus Cousins won’t need surgery on torn left quad, but unlikely to return for NBA playoffs

HEADLINES

— It’s official: Duke’s Zion Williamson declares for NBA draft

— Drake ‘curse’ strikes again as Maple Leafs fall to Bruins in Game 4

— Lomachenko stops Crolla in 4th, defends lightweight belts

— Joshua’s US debut in doubt because of opponent’s failed test

— ‘It’s a baseball problem’: MLB redoubles its efforts as sport’s black population remains low

— NFL schedule 2019: All 32 teams’ regular-season dates, times, opponents

GOIN’ IN [Playoff flops]

FROM THE VAULT … [Michael Jordan scores 63 on the 1986 Celtics – 04.20.1986]

DOLTS OF THE WEEK [Jalen Mills | Devin Robinson]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Tiger-like Perseverance]

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— Virginia beats Texas Tech, proves beauty is in the eye of the title holder

— Chris Davis slump at 0 for 54, lines out as O’s pinch-hitter

— 5 guns, $20,000 cash stolen from MLB All-Star Nick Markakis’ Atlanta home

— Blue Jackets rout Lightning for shocking 2-0 series lead; Nikita Kucherov faces hearing

— Tiger Woods has scary moment when security guide slides into him

— ESPN’s Sage Steele on Masters: ‘It isn’t the prettiest history … I feel pressure’

SUPER HEADLINE

— NBA’s Kyle Korver talks white privilege and responsibility in Players’ Tribune article

GOIN’ IN [Lakers dysfunction rules over 2019 NBA Playoffs]

FROM THE VAULT … [Lee Elder breaks the Masters color line – 04.13.1975]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Leonard Fournette]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Dirk Nowitzki and Dwyane Wade]

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— The most important player for each Final Four team in their quest to win national titles

— Bryce Harper says goodbye to Nationals fans in Instagram post before D.C. return

— Detroit Red Wings bring back coach Jeff Blashill with 2-year extension

— The AAF should be ashamed, but we should have all seen a quick demise coming

— ‘He’s better’: Shaquille O’Neal gives Giannis Antetokounmpo the ultimate compliment

— Lonzo Ball files lawsuit against Big Baller Brand co-founder, per reports

SUPER HEADLINE

— Kelly Stafford, Detroit Lions QB Matthew Stafford’s wife, has a brain tumor

GOIN’ IN [Steph Curry needed eye correction?]

FROM THE VAULT … [Kareem Abdul-Jabbar passes Wilt Chamberlain on all-time scoring list – 04.05.1984]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Mark Walton]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Nispey Hussle and the NBA]

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SKIT [The Capitals go to Washington]

HEADLINES

— March Madness on skates: Carolina Hurricanes celebrate victory with a slam dunk

— Bryce Harper responds to being voted MLB’s ‘most overrated’ player

— NBA says Hornets, Bucks will play in Paris in 2020

— Dodgers put Clayton Kershaw on injured list ahead of opener

— Indianapolis Colts discussed president, general manager roles with Peyton Manning in 2016

SUPER HEADLINE

— Conor McGregor makes ‘quick announcement’ that he’s retired from MMA

GOIN’ IN [Lonzo Ball breaks away from Big Baller Brand]

FROM THE VAULT … [Indiana wins national championship – 03.30.1987]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Larry Baer]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Rob Gronkowski leaves NFL]

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-- Colin Kaepernick, Eric Reid got less than $10 million in NFL collusion settlement

-- Flyers, Blackhawks, Sabres and Lightning to open in Europe in 2019-20

-- Raiders' lease for Coliseum gets final approval

-- NHL's furthest south outdoor game will be in Cotton Bowl

-- Dirk Nowitzki passes Wilt Chamberlain for sixth place on NBA all-time scoring list

-- Future Hall of Famer Ichiro Suzuki, 45, retires after Japan series

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Patriots owner Robert Kraft, others offered deal in prostitution solicitation case

GOIN' IN [Mike Trout signs richest North American sports contract]

FROM THE VAULT ... [Wayne Gretzky becomes NHL's all-time leading goal scorer - 03.23.1994]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Robert Garrigus]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [DeAngelo Russell help Nets inch closer to the playoffs]

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HEADLINES

— Blue Jackets don’t send out enough players onto ice for Bruins’ fourth goal

— Astros pitcher Francis Martes, recovering from Tommy John surgery, suspended 80 games for PEDs

SUPER HEADLINE [The 2019 NFL Free Agency]

— Chiefs, Mathieu agree to $42M, 3-yr contract

— Cardinals reach one-year deal with ex-Ravens OLB Terrell Suggs, per report

— Earl Thomas to sign four-year, $55 million contract with Ravens

— Le’Veon Bell’s ploy with Steelers didn’t pay off in RB’s contract with Jets

— Foles to sign 4-year, $88M deal with Jaguars

GOIN’ IN [The Brown acquire Odell Beckham from Giants]

FROM THE VAULT … [Virginia loses to UMBC in NCAA Tournament – 03.16.2018]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Conor McGregor]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Freedom of speech: How far can you go?]

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-- Gordon Hayward explodes, helps Celtics hand Warriors worst home loss under Steve Kerr

-- Not so fast on rumors of Nick Foles to the Jaguars

-- One franchise tag candidate for (almost) every NFL team

-- NFL combine winners, losers: D.K. Metcalf, Montez Sweat stand out among pack

-- Lakers' playoff hopes on life support after loss to Los Angeles-rival Clippers

SUPER HEADLINE

-- The winners, losers of 2019 NHL trade deadline

GOIN' IN [Mark Cuban: #pause On Presidential Bid]

SKIT

-- Mark Cuban 'bids' on "Shark Tank"

FROM THE VAULT ... [Joe Sakic plays 1,000th game - 03.09.2002]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Steven Wright]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Fradulent rape charges: Should false accusers be punished?]

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-- Jason Witten returning to play for Cowboys after year as 'Monday Night Football' analyst

-- MLB to test robo-umps, other changes in independent league

-- NJ Devils' Mirco Mueller leaves game against Flames on stretcher, taken to hospital for evaluation

-- Black hockey player subjected to racial taunts during Quebec's NAHL game

-- Toni Harris, a woman who appeared in Super Bowl ad, lands college football scholarship

-- NFL wide receiver Demaryius Thomas arrested on vehicular assault charge

-- Johnny Manziel released by Alouettes, kicked out of CFL for violating an agreement

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Kenny Anderson, Fisk University coach and former NBA All-Star, suffers a stroke

GOIN' IN [Lakers Fan says 'It's all LeBron's fault!']

FROM THE VAULT ... [Mets Keith Hernandez and Darryl Strawberry almost swing - 03.02.1989]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Randy Gregory]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Harper's record-setting contract means what for sports?]

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HEADLINES

-- Padres announce Machado's $300 million, 10-year deal

-- Blue Jackets start NHL trade dominoes by acquiring Matt Duchene

-- Steelers GM Kevin Colbert: Three teams have reached out on Antonio Brown trade

-- Heavyweights Joshua, Miller hurl insults instead of leather

-- Bears to release kicker Cody Parkey after costly misses, per report

-- Shoe blowout, knee injury leave Zion, Duke to mull future

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Joe Gibbs calls Denny Hamlin's Daytona 500 victory his 'most emotional' and 'biggest win'

GOIN' IN [Robert Kraft arrested in prostitution ring]

SKIT [Ownership Intimacy]

-- Robert Kraft receives some love

FROM THE VAULT ... [Bobby Knight tosses chair onto court - 02.23.1985]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Tristan Thompson]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA All-Star weekend: Good or nah?]

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-- RED CARPET --

-- MONOLOGUE -- [HOST - Cole Johnson]

-- 2018 EPISODE OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - D. Murph]

-- 2018 SKIT OF THE YEAR #1 NOMINEE

-- 2018 SEGMENT OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - Dave Maresca]

-- 2018 DOLT OF THE QUARTER #1

-- PROMO [The Jock and Nerd Podcast]

-- 2018 SKIT OF THE YEAR #2 NOMINEE

-- 2018 GOIN' IN OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - Damian Adams]

-- 2018 DOLT OF THE QUARTER #2

-- 2018 SKIT OF THE YEAR #3 NOMINEE

-- 2018 CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - Steve Hanisch]

-- 2018 VIP OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - Blaine Kerr (Hillbilly)]

-- 2018 DOLT OF THE QUARTER #3

-- PROMO [The Shiznit Show]

-- 2018 SKIT OF THE YEAR #4 NOMINEE

-- 2018 UPON FURTHER REVIEW OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - Chris Braaten]

-- 2018 WILDCARD DOLT

-- 2018 SKIT OF THE YEAR #5 NOMINEE

-- 2018 SKIT OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - Ben Sudderth, III]

-- 2018 DOLT OF THE QUARTER #4 NOMINEE

-- PROMO [Drew Carson | Radio Haver]

-- 2018 DOLT OF THE YEAR -- [PRESENTER - Brian Snow]

-- CONCLUSION

-- POST-SHOW/GRATITUDE --

COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, plus the nuts and bolts of the sports week. Your comments are always welcomed, and differing views are expected!

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HEADLINES

-- Broncos' trade for Joe Flacco builds further pressure on John Elway

-- Bruins beat Blackhawks 6-3, snap Chicago's 7-game win streak

-- Knicks beat Hawks to finally snap 18-game losing streak

-- Angels in uncharted waters with Shohei Ohtani returning from Tommy John surgery

-- LeBron James praises Zion Williamson's athleticism, intangibles after watching Duke

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Pittsburgh Steelers need to trade Antonio Brown, should talk with these 8 NFL teams

SKIT [Superfly and Looselips]

-- Antonio Brown visits the Steelers front office

GOIN' IN [Celebrating Black History ... with provisions]

-- Wisconsin GOP lawmakers force Colin Kaepernick's name out of Black History resolution

FROM THE VAULT ... [Wilt scores 30,000 - 02.16.1972]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Gayle Benson]

-- New Orleans Pelicans abruptly fire GM Dell Demps amid Anthony Davis drama

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The NFL and Colin Kaepernick legal war is over]

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HEADLINES

-- Extra hockey: NHL ties record with 8 overtime games in one day

-- NBC's Tirico will call first NHL game on Feb. 20 in Detroit

-- Warriors star Kevin Durant rips media: 'Let us play basketball, that's all I'm saying'

-- No more basketball for Chiefs QB and MVP Patrick Mahomes after GM sees video of pick-up game

-- MLB, union discussing dramatic rule changes

-- ‘It’s almost comical’: What Cowboys QB Dak Prescott says of naysayers ahead of contract extension talks

SUPER HEADLINE

-- NBA trade deadline dust settles: Notable deals, analysis

GOIN' IN [The NFL Hall of Fame Class of 2019 is ...]

FROM THE VAULT ... [HIV-positive Magic Johnson shines in 1992 NBA All-Star Game - 02.09.1992]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Magic Johnson]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Frank Robinson remembered]

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SUPER HEADLINE I

-- Knicks deal Porzingis to Dallas, say he requested a trade

SUPER HEADLINE II

-- The Patriots win their 6th Super Bowl

SUPER HEADLINE III

-- Roger Goodell should be a hero to New Orleans, but he can't get out of his own way

GOIN' IN [Walton sits LeBron due to 'load management']

FROM THE VAULT ... [Seahawks destroy Broncos to win Super Bowl XLVIII - 02.02.2014]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Shaquille O'Neal]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Bryce Harper, Manny Machado - still free agents]

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HEADLINES

— After Australian Open disappointment, Serena Williams still has eyes on 24

— Pacers star Victor Oladipo out for season with ruptured quad tendon

— Capitals fall 6-3 to Maple Leafs, lose 7th straight game

SUPER HEADLINE I

— Saints owner Gayle Benson upset with no-call vs. Rams, vows to ‘aggressively pursue changes’ with NFL

SUPER HEADLINE II

— Patriots make 3rd straight Super Bowl, beat Chiefs 37-31 OT

GOIN’ IN [Miguel Cabrera has to pay former mistress]

FROM THE VAULT … [Packers win first Super Bowl in 29 years – 01.26.1997]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Adrien Broner]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [james Harden: Loved and hated]

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HEADLINES

— Serena Williams routs Dayana Yastremska in third round at Australian Open

— Sarah Thomas 1st female on-field NFL playoff game official

— Column: Top 4 scoring machines power into championship games

— Inside Dodgers’ plan to revolutionize the fan experience: ‘This is a show business’

— NBA All-Star draft to be televised Feb. 7 on TNT

— Urban Meyer close to joining Fox Sports as college football analyst, per report

SUPER HEADLINE

— Kyrie Irving says he apologized to LeBron James in discussion about leadership

GOIN’ IN [DeMarcus Cousins makes 2019 season debut]

FROM THE VAULT … [Notre Dame ends UCLA’s 88-game win streak – 01.19.1974]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Dabo Swinney]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Does the NHL need ‘big-market wins’?]

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HEADLINES

— USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 13

— Penguins fan gets kidney transplant after seeking donors with sign at game

— Manny Machado clarifies controversial ‘Johnny Hustle’ comment

— 32 things we learned from Week 12 of the 2018 NFL season

— NBA star Stephen Curry unhurt in multi car crash

— Packers quarterback Aaron Rodgers donates $1 million to California fire victims

— Cavaliers fans give returning LeBron James a standing ovation, Lakers win 109-105

SUPER HEADLINE

— Houston Texans founder and owner McNair dies at 81

GOIN’ IN [Peterson still doesn’t spare the rod]

FROM THE VAULT … [Dolphins beat Cowboys 16-14 – 11.25.1993]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Cleveland Browns]

— Cleveland Browns considering Condoleezza Rice for head coach interview, per report

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Pigskin and Turkey Day]

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HEADLINES

— USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 12

— MLB grants players more shoe freedom

— Penguins star Sidney Crosby skips practice to be evaluated for an upper-body injury

— Cora gets new deal from Red Sox through 2021 season

— 2018 Cincinnati Bengals: What exactly is Hue Jackson’s role?

— Timberwolves ‘wasted’ some time on Jimmy Butler saga, says owner Glen Taylor

— Rockets will part ways with Carmelo Anthony after just 10 appearances

SUPER HEADLINE

— Packers’ season on the ropes after loss to Seahawks

GOIN’ IN [The Warriors Fear Durant]

FROM THE VAULT … [Mario Lemieux enters Hockey Hall of Fame – 11.17.1997]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Pittsburgh Steelers]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Is the NFL in Mexico ‘termina’?]

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HEADLINES

— USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 11

— Tim Tebow promoted to Class AAA with Mets — tabbed ‘a great next step’ toward big leagues

— Blackhawks fire longtime coach Joel Quenneville in surprising move

— Members of Ottawa Senators apologize after video of them ripping coach, team goes public

— Bryce Harper turned down $300 million offer from Nationals

— Throw up the X: Dez Bryant addition shows Saints are all-in on Super Bowl push

— Le’Veon Bell posts upside-down tweets to Twitter about Pittsburgh Steelers holdout

SUPER HEADLINE

— Ben Roethlisberger: Eric Reid had ‘no intent’ of hurting him on late hit

GOIN’ IN [Timberwolves trade Jimmy Butler to 76ers]

FROM THE VAULT … [Marvelous Marvin Hagler retained the middleweight championship over Roberto Duran – 11.10.1983]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Kyrie Irving]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Zion Williamson: The next big NBA star?]

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HEADLINES

— USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 10

— NHL partners with MGM to share data for sports betting

— Five LA sports teams in eight hours

— LeBron James responds on Twitter to Michael Jordan’s ‘GOAT’ commercial: ‘I’m ready’

— Simone Biles makes history as first woman to win four all-around world titles

— Red Sox troll Yankees with ‘New York, New York’ after winning World Series

— Browns promote Gregg Williams, the coach behind Bountygate scandal

SUPER HEADLINE

— Mullens has sterling debut in 49ers 34-3 win over Raiders

GOIN’ IN [Shockingly low NFL concussion settlements]

FROM THE VAULT … [The NBA awarded franchises in Charlotte, Miami, Orlando and Minneapolis – 11.04.1987]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Ty Montgomery]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Rae Carruth released from prison; won’t get custody of his son]

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SPECIAL HEADLINE [Eric Reid and Malcolm Jenkins]

-- NFL: Eric Reid takes shot at 'sellout' Malcolm Jenkins

GOIN' IN [The Raiders are preparing for Vegas]

-- Cowboys land Amari Cooper in trade, send Raiders first-round pick

-- Jon Gruden on Raiders: 'We aren't tanking anything'

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FROM THE VAULT ... [Minnesota Twins win World Series 1-0 in 10 innings - 10.27.1991]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Brandon Ingram]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW ['Cancer Sucks' replaces a longtime rival chant]

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HEADLINES

-- USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 8

-- With 10 goals in seven games, Auston Matthews reminds of the days when 70 goals was possible

-- Jacksonville Jaguars, Fulham FC owner Shad Khan drops divisive Wembley Stadium bid

-- NBA G League will offer $125K to top high school prospects who don't want to go to college

-- Charles Barkley chooses Spurs, Nuggets over LA: 'I have no idea what the Lakers are doing'

-- Titans' offense struggling with extended touchdown drought

-- Manny Machado joins list of baseball's biggest villains

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Mike McCoy fired as Arizona Cardinals' offensive coordinator

GOIN' IN [Interference ... or home run?]

FROM THE VAULT ... [St. Louis Cardinals win World Series - 10.20.1982]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [USA Gymnastics]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The 'Black Power Salute' - 50 years later]

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-- Week 7 games that will impact the College Football Playoff

-- Wild night in Bronx: Red Sox take command of ALDS against Yankees

-- Capitals' Tom Wilson appealing his 20-game suspension

-- Kevin Durant feels the love and Seattle shines as NBA returns for one night

-- In standoff with Timberwolves, Jimmy Butler's latest antics give him leverage

-- Eagles place running back Jay Ajayi on IR; could a Le'Veon Bell trade be next?

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Philadelphia Eagles rout New York Giants, but lose key players to injury

GOIN' IN [Le'Veon Bell will return to Steelers]

FROM THE VAULT ... [The first World Series night game is played - 10.13.1971]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Khabib Nurmagomedov and Conor McGregor]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Drew Brees becomes NFL's all-time career yards leader]

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HEADLINES

-- USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 6

-- Former ESPN staffer Jemele Hill joining The Atlantic as staff writer

-- Kyrie Irving pledges loyalty to Boston Celtics: 'I plan on re-signing here'

-- Earl Thomas gives middle finger toward Seahawks sideline after leg injury

-- Penguins' Sidney Crosby wonders why Tom Wilson won't stop making illegal hits

-- NHL committee recommends moving forward with Seattle expansion bid; full vote in December

-- MLB playoffs: Ranking the World Series contenders, from 1 to 8

-- Gisele Bundchen 'happy' with Tom Brady playing football with retirement out of mind

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Julian Edelman returns, Tom Brady gets milestone as Patriots cruise past Colts

GOIN' IN [Two divisions decided by extra game]

FROM THE VAULT ... [Phil Niekro wins 300th career game - 10.06.1985]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Addison Russell]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [HBO ends relationship with boxing]

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HEADLINES

-- USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 5

-- Tiger Woods' first win in five years feels like a new beginning, not the end

-- Milwaukee Brewers, Chicago Cubs clinch MLB playoff berths after Brew Crew sweeps Cardinals

-- Ten people under the radar who could change the course of your NHL team

-- Arizona Cardinals president Michael Bidwill still supports Brett Kavanaugh after third accuser comes forward

-- Nike nearly cut ties with Colin Kaepernick months before 'Just Do It' campaign, per report

-- LeBron James shares Lakers' 'white boy Wednesday' music, including Eminem

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Jared Goff's big night helps Los Angeles Rams win shootout against Minnesota Vikings

GOIN' IN [Is the NFL 'getting soft'?]

FROM THE VAULT ... [Florence Griffith-Joyner sets 200m world record at 1988 Summer Olympics - 09.29.1988]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jimmy Butler]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Jalen Ramsey's confidence is through the roof]

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HEADLINES

— College Football Playoff games of impact for Week 4 of the season

— Buccaneers QB Jameis Winston sued by Uber driver for alleged groping incident

— White Sox slugger Jose Abreu hospitalized with thigh infection

— Mavs’ owner Mark Cuban escapes harsh penalties, but damaging report soils reputation

— New book says Patriots QB Tom Brady has ‘had enough’ of Bill Belichick

— Antonio Brown did not show up to Steelers facility on Monday, Mike Tomlin says

— Baker Mayfield leads rally as Cleveland Browns end 19-game winless streak

SUPER HEADLINE

— Patriots land Browns WR Josh Gordon in surprising trade

GOIN’ IN [Racism at the QB position … again]

— Texas school superintendent says “can’t count” on black QBs

FROM THE VAULT … [Mays second to 600 HR – 09.22.1969]

— Willie Mays hits 600th HR

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Buffalo Bills]

— Bills have epic blunder on their hands, especially at QB

— Vontae Davis retires from NFL at halftime

— More allegations of child abuse levied against Bills’ LeSean McCoy

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Mental stability … and the NHL]

— Predators forward Austin Watson suspended 27 games in domestic-violence case

— Islanders goalie Robin Lehner details suicidal state amid addiction, bipolar battles

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HEADLINES

— College Football Playoff games of impact for Week 3 of the season

— Khalil Mack immediately made the Raiders look dumb in his Bears debut

— Detroit Tigers’ TV broadcasters Rod Allen, Mario Impemba done for the season after fight

— MLB awards: Who should bring home the MVP, Cy Young, rookie, manager hardware?

— Dolphins’ Kenny Stills, Albert Wilson first NFL players in Week 1 to kneel during anthem

— Gennady Golovkin vs. Canelo Alvarez II this Saturday

— Cincinnati Bengals topple Baltimore Ravens and put league on notice with 2-0 start

SUPER HEADLINE

— Hurricane Florence could have a major impact on sports world

GOIN’ IN [NFL ratings in decline?]

— President Trump blames decline in NFL season opener TV rating on player protests

FROM THE VAULT … [Muhammad Ali beats Leon Spinks]

— Ali defeats Spinks to win world heavyweight championship

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Martavius Bryant]

— Martavis Bryant faces yearlong suspension for violating substance abuse policy

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Sexism and composure]

— Serena Williams accuses US Open chair umpire Carlos Ramos of sexism

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Gruden Grinding Gears | Nike Chooses Kaepernick

HEADLINES

-- USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 2

-- Tigers broadcasters Mario Impemba, Rod Allen involved in a physical altercation

-- Aaron Judge, still on Yankees' DL, begins swinging a bat

-- Baseball on pace for lowest batting average since 1972

-- Steelers 'disappointed' with LeVeon Bell's absence from team ahead of Week 1

-- Aaron Donald signs 6-year, $135 million extension with Rams

SUPER HEADLINE

-- Eagles deny Falcons in final seconds to seal win in sloppy season opener

GOIN' IN [Former NFL Player goes too far in coaching 11-year-old]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jon Gruden]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Colin Kaepernick Just Does it]

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No Catsuit For Serena | Harvey's Hero: JJ Watt

HEADLINES

-- USA TODAY Sports college football staff picks for Week 1

-- Spurs shooting guard Manu Ginobili retires after 16 NBA seasons

-- Giants and Beckham Jr agree to 5-year contract extension

-- Jemele Hill to leave ESPN in September, per reports

-- Longtime broadcaster Bob Costas is in talks to leave NBC

-- Astros pitcher Justin Verlander pranked with $1M lunch bill for being a 'Dodger killer'

-- Diamondbacks, Arizona sports teams pay tribute to Sen. John McCain after death

SUPER HEADLINE

-- 3 dead after shooting rampage at Madden tourney at Jacksonville Landing

GOIN' IN ['The Most Progressive Tennis Grand Slam' Is No More]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Mychael Kendricks]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [The 37 Million Dollar Man]

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Urban Decay | NBA Attacks Mental Health

-- Coaches, players confused by implementation of helmet rule

-- Adrian Peterson signs with Washington NFL Franchise

-- Lakers legend Kobe Bryant is not planning to play in BIG3 next year

-- Richie Incognito charged with disorderly conduct, making threats

-- Patriots' Bill Belichick isn't worried about revised helmet rule: 'It's not a change for us'

-- Jason Whitlock: Ball State's decision to remove John Schnatter's name an act of cowardice

SUPER HEADLINE

-- President Donald Trump criticizes ESPN for not airing national anthem before NFL games

GOIN' IN/E-MAIL [Another Player Needing A Designated Driver]

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Urban Meyer]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA players talk about the battles of mental health]

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Elway Never Colludes | Out Of Your Plunkin' Mind

It is good to be back! And Cole Sportz picks up where it left off!

HEADLINES features:

  • Talk on Jimmy Butler sliding into Gabrielle Union's Instagram to Dwyane Wade's dismay.

  • The Astros are looking in their rear view mirror at the Mariners and A's in the AL West

  • The Cubs finding their stride in the NL Central

  • Kobe Bryant turning a $6 million investment into $200 million

  • Daryl Morey saying LeBron James is the greatest player of all-time 'by a bit of a big margin'

  • Tiger Woods is on the cusp of winning PGA majors again

The new segment, GOIN' IN talks about Pro Football Hall of Famer, and Broncos general manager, John Elway, and his comments during the Colin Kaepernick-NFL deposition. Did Kaepernick receieve a contract only for the freedom fighter to turn it down?

UPON FURTHER REVIEW centers itself upon the powder keg that is the lewd assistant head coach of THE Ohio State University, Zach Smith - and the reason why coaches are still untouchable in today's game.

And tune in to find out who is the DOLT OF THE WEEK!

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Animated Glory | Plausible Deniability

HEADLINES

-- Vikings didn't tag Case Keenum, which could mean they're optimistic about landing Kirk Cousins

-- Steve Kerr: 'Let's do what's best for the kid'

-- Devils-Oilers to play in Sweden, Panthers-Jets in Finland in 2018-19

-- Sidney Crosby dominates NHLPA player poll

-- Kobe Bryant's 'Dear Basketball' wins Oscar for animated short

-- Tim Lincecum will wear No. 44 with Rangers in honor of late brother

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Mark Cuban]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Christian McCaffrey saves man's life]

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Rae Of Light | Soup Opera

HEADLINES

-- Three years later, the NFL now says Cowboys' Dez Bryant did, in fact, catch it

-- Brad Stevens on Gordon Hayward: 'He's not playing this year'

-- Garry Bettman: Aging Scotiabank Saddledome hurting Flames

-- NHL planning more outdoor games at West Point, Air Force Academy

-- Tim Tebow goes 1-for-3 in first spring training start for Mets

-- Rae Carruth won't seek custody of son after prison release

DOLT OF THE WEEK

UPON FURTHER REVIEW

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Adult Endangerment | Corrosive Corporation

HEADLINES

-- NBA All-Star 2018

-- Austin Dillon wins Daytona 500 in the No. 3 two decades after Dale Earnhardt

-- Franchise tag predictions for all 32 NFL teams

-- MLB imposes rule limiting mound visits to 6 per game

-- Anthony Rizzo says he went to Parkland to support victims

-- Devante Smith-Pelly calls racial taunts 'disgusting'

SKIT 

-- Bill Polian says Lamar Jackson is too short to play QB

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Rae Carruth]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Corrosive franchise behavior]

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Stick To Politics | Heroism In Violence

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HEADLINES

-- LaMarcus Aldridge: 'We're all All-Stars ... just happy to be here'

-- Astros start workouts with an unfamiliar ring - as champions

-- Steelers GM: Tag an option, but long-term deal preferred to keep Le'Veon Bell

-- Flyers lose goalie Brian Elliott 5-6 weeks after surgery

-- Seattle applies, puts down $10 million for NHL franchise

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Christian Fauria | Laura Ingraham]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Heroic coaches die in school shooting]

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Undefeated? | Champion Underdogs

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HEADLINES

-- Cavaliers trade Isaiah Thomas, Channing Frye to Lakers for Jordan Clarkson, Larry Nance Jr.

-- Tom Anselmi out as Senators' president/CEO; GM Pierre Dorion gets extension

-- Baseball Hall of Fame: Chipper Jones, Vlad Guerrero, Jim Thome and Trevor Hoffman join Class of 2018

-- Ray Lewis, Randy Moss, Terrell Owens, Brian Dawkins, Brian Urlacher among 2018 HOF class

-- Philadelphia Eagles knock off Patriots, win Super Bowl

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Josh McDaniels]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Jemele Hill leaves SportsCenter]

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The King @ 30,000 | Signed Death Warrant

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HEADLINES

-- Championship Round | NFL 2017 Playoffs

-- Pelicans center DeMarcus Cousins joins elite company after historic triple-double

-- NHL aware of backlash over Kid Rock performing at All-Star Game, standing by decision

-- Former top Astros prospect Jon Singleton suspended 100 games after third failed drug test

-- Bengals owner Mike Brown retained Marvin Lewis to provide 'continuity'

-- LeBron's path to 30,000 points

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Larry Nassar]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW ['Game Of The Century' turns 50]

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Court Jester | Doctored Up

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HEADLINES

-- Gennady Golovkin-Canelo Alvarez rematch set for May 5 at site to be determined

-- Ronda Rousey makes WWE debut at Royal Rumble

-- The NHL's Olympics decision costs Team USA shot at gold

-- All 30 MLB ballparks to extend protective netting

-- Super Bowl LII cheat sheet: Everything you need to know

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Denver Nuggets]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Campus in turmoil]

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Guest presenters will be on hand to present different awards through the night ... along with a red carpet event and a post-show.  Join us for the classy bash to end them all!

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Ducking The Win | Hardcourt Jackin'

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HEADLINES

-- Divisional Round | NFL 2017 Playoffs

-- Saints' Marcus Williams takes responsibility for mistake against Vikings: 'That's just on me'

-- Canadiens' Phillip Danault out of hospital after Zdeno Chara slap shot to head

-- Cubs owner wants Sammy Sosa to 'put everything on the table'

-- Portland's Damian Lillard 'frustrated' over not making last two All-Star teams

-- Legendary broadcaster Keith Jackson dies at age 89

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Mike Tomlin]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA gets chippy]

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Blood Clots | Hit 'Da Sean Payton

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HEADLINES

-- Wildcard Round | NFL 2017 Playoffs

-- Fans buy billboard ad, ask Alabama if it wants to play UCF

-- Starlin Castro reportedly wants to be traded by Marlins

-- Pierre McGuire has surgery for prostate cancer

-- Serena Williams reveals that post-birth complications kept her bed-ridden for six weeks

-- Sean Payton showed off his best dance moves in the locker room after Saints' playoff win

DOLT OF THE WEEK [LaVar Ball]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW ['Rooney Rule' violation?]

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To The Letter | Winter Classics

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HEADLINES

-- Week 17 | NFL 2017 Playoff Picture

-- NFL head-coaching carousel: Who's fired, who's hired, more

-- All-SEC title game

-- James Harden out at least two weeks with hamstring strain

-- Willie McCovey: Letter to Hall of Fame voters aimed at Barry Bonds

-- LaVar Ball came up as NBA founder in Google search

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Cincinnati Bengals]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW ['The Winter Classic' living up to its name]

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Losing Your Cool | Foul Play?

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HEADLINES

-- Week 16 | NFL 2017 Playoff Picture

-- Twins' Miguel Sano denies sexual assault allegations; MLB looking into matter

-- Astros star Jose Altuve named AP Male Athlete of the Year

-- LeBron no-call at end of Warriors-Cavs shows how and why replay must be fixed

-- 2018 College Football Playoff Preview

-- Following crash, vehicle belonging to DeSean Jackson found to contain marijuana, hollow-point bullets

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jameis Winston]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Chris Long donates game checks]

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Catching Feelings | Mending Fences

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HEADLINES

-- Week 15 | NFL 2017 Playoff Picture

-- Panthers LB Thomas Davis wins appeal, suspension cut to one game

-- Packers put Aaron Rodgers on IR for second time in 2017

-- LaVar Ball plans to start league for high school graduates

-- NBA 2017-18 Christmas Day Schedule: Warriors-Cavs highlights five-game slate

-- The NFL catch rule has issues, but Steelers' 'survive the ground' call was right

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jerry Richardson]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Isiah Thomas and Magic Johnson reconcile]

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Gridiron Trainwreck | Sideline Forearm Shiver

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HEADLINES

-- College Football Playoff field is set: Alabama joins Clemson, Oklahoma and Georgia

-- LaVar Ball pulls son LiAngelo Ball out of UCLA

-- Lakers enforcing so-called 'LaVar Ball rule' at Staples Center

-- Giants fire head coach Ben McAdoo and general manager Jerry Reese

-- SUPER HEADLINE | Steelers @ Bengals fallout

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Rob Gronkowski]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [The return of Josh Gordon]

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Eli-minated | Necklace Jacking

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HEADLINES

-- Every move of a Tennessee coaching search that is already infamous

-- Jimbo Fisher leaving FSU for Texas A&M will get $75M over 10 years

-- Derrick Rose leaves Cavaliers to contemplate his future in basketball, report says

-- Giants bench Eli Manning, opting for Geno Smith as quarterback

-- LeBron James' frustration boils over, leads to first ejection of NBA career

-- P.K. Subban: There's a time and a place when it needs to be all about hockey

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Michael Crabtree | Aqib Talib]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Get on the weed?]

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Premature Decision | War On Gratitude

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HEADLINES

-- NFL compensation committee denies Jerry Jones' request for vote on Roger Goodell deal

-- Ray Allen: Communicated with man who pretended to be many women

-- Trump calls out Marshawn Lynch, who sat for the U.S. national anthem but stood for Mexico’s anthem

-- LeBron James feels that Colin Kaepernick is being blackballed by NFL

-- Rare Jackie Robinson jersey sold for $2.05 million

-- Terry Glenn dead at 43 after car crash near Dallas

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Sean McDermott]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Donald Trump vs. LaVar Ball]

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Foreign Exchange Students | Triumph From Pain

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HEADLINES

-- How President Trump helped liberate UCLA ‘knuckleheads’ from China

-- Enes Kanter responds to LeBron James' post about being the king of New York

-- Bills to start Nathan Peterman; Tyrod Taylor benched

-- Judge, Bellinger League Rookies of the Year | Stanton, Altuve League MVPs

-- In letter, Jerry Jones accused of 'conduct detrimental' in regard to Roger Goodell's contract talks

-- Kyrie Irving returns to lift Boston Celtics to 13th straight win

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jameis Winston]

CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED [Marquise Goodwin - Uncommon Strength]

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Rant Gone Wrong | Youth Wants New #23

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HEADLINES

-- Tony Dungy: Jim Irsay says Andrew Luck's injury 'inside his head now'

-- Steelers JuJu Smith-Schuster gets his driver's license

-- Ezekiel Elliott Emergency Injunction Denied, Begins 6-Game Suspension

-- LiAngelo Ball, 2 other UCLA players arrested in China

-- NFL owners plan to extend Roger Goodell despite Jerry Jones’s lawsuit threat

-- Roy Halladay, 40, dies in plane crash in Gulf of Mexico

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Michael Felger | Tony Massarotti]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Be Like LeBron?]

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That's So Browns | #EARNEDHISTORY                                                        

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HEADLINES

-- Cavs talk slow start, defensive struggles in air-it-out meeting

-- Jason Kidd: Russell Westbrook 'plays at one speed and that's fast and hard'

-- Cowboys RB Ezekiel Elliott granted stay, eligible to play Sunday

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Cleveland Browns | Stephen A. Smith]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Open Letter From Astros Fan]

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Nose Candy Motivation | Stop Being Divided                                                           

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HEADLINES

-- Dolphins OL coach Chris Foerster resigns after video appears to show him snorting cocaine

-- WORLD SERIES - Astros vs. Dodgers

-- A new generation of NFL stars are here for you

-- Kobe Bryant: I'd want Phil Jackson or Michael Jordan for Hall of Fame presentation

DOLT OF THE WEEK (10.14.2017) [Mike Ditka]

DOLT OF THE WEEK (10.21.2017) [Martavius Bryant]

DOLT OF THE WEEK (10.28.2017) [Bob McNair]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Two diferent sports views]

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The -ism Game | United ... For Now

HEADLINES

-- NFL - Week 4 review, Week 5 preview

-- Kobe Bryant, if not retired, would take knee during national anthem

-- Yankees defeat Twins in AL wild card, advance to play Indians in Division Series

-- Diamondbacks defeat Rockies in NL wild card, advance to play Dodgers in Division Series

-- ALDS - Yankees vs. Indians | Red Sox vs. Astros

-- NLDS - Diamondbacks vs. Dodgers | Cubs vs. Nationals

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Cam Newton | Jourdan Rodrique]

-- Cam Newton laughs at female reporter following her question

-- Dannon pulls Cam Newton endorsement deal over comment to female reporter

-- Jourdan Rodrique, reporter at center of Cam Newton's sexist remarks, apologizes for old racist tweets

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Las Vegas Shooting Massacre rocks sports world]

-- Sports world reacts to Las Vegas mass shooting

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Burn Baby Burn | Freedom Of What?

HEADLINES

-- Seahawks, Titans, Steelers stay in locker rooms during national anthem

-- Ravens, Jaguars players kneel dyuring national anthem

-- Bills RB LeSean McCoy explains why he stretched through national anthem

-- Americans are destroying football jerseys after players kneel in protest during the national anthem

-- Patriots fans burn team gear over anthem protests while violating U.S. Flag Code

-- Fire chief directs racial slur at Steelers coach over anthem protest

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Ray Lewis]

-- Ravens fans turn on Ray Lewis — and statue — after anthem kneel

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Freedom Of What?]

-- With 'son of a b***h' comments, Trump tried to divide NFL and its players

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Cardinal Sin | White Privilege Disseration

HEADLINES

-- NFL - Week 3 review, Week 4 preview

-- Marlins slugger Giancarlo Stanton hits home runs 58 and 59

-- Carmelo Anthony traded to the Oklahoma City Thunder

-- Dwyane Wade signs one-year, $2.3M deal with Cavaliers

-- Written off at the deadline, Twins make history by clinching wild card

-- Russell Westbrook signs massive extension on Kevin Durant's birthday: Coincidence?

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Rick Pitino]

-- Rick Pitino 'effectively fired' as Louisville basketball coach

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Pop breaks down 'White Privilege']

-- Gregg Popovich: Spurs coach calls U.S. 'embarrassment to the world,' talks white privilege

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Foul Decision | Brain Damage

HEADLINES

-- Astros' AL West title serves as reminder they could still be baseball's best team

-- Dallas Cowboys: Judge denies NFL stay request in Ezekiel Elliott case

-- Charles Barkley on players: 'Poor babies' can't play back-to-backs

-- SPECIAL HEADLINE: Controversial GGG-Canelo decision prompts Las Vegas refunds

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Kevin Durant]

-- Remorseful Kevin Durant feels terrible about Twitter incident: 'Disappointed in myself'

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Stage 3 CTE In Hernandez]

-- Advanced stages of CTE found in Aaron Hernandez's brain

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Hands Off | Don't Feed The Trolls

HEADLINES

-- Adrian Broner knocks out man; pushes woman on Las Vegas strip

-- Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennady 'GGG' Golovkin: 10 things you should know about fight

-- The NFL wants an Ezekiel Elliott ruling by Sept. 26 and has a good argument

-- Deshaun Watson leads Texans to win in first career start

-- Royals snap Indians' winning streak at 22 games - four short of record

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Brian Cushing]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Measure Your Words]

-- ESPN’s Jemele Hill stands by her statement that Trump is a white supremacist

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Kidding Around | Deflated Patriots

HEADLINES

-- Cam Newton, Von Miller: 'Unfair' that Colin Kaepernick isn't on a team

-- Diamondbacks' J.D. Martinez hits four home runs against Dodgers

-- Red Sox, Yankees, and MLB brass react to Boston cheating

-- Houston businessman Tilman Fertitta agrees to buy Rockets for record $2.2 billion

-- Patriots routed in 2nd half, Chiefs win 42-27

DOLT OF THE WEEK [NFL]

-- NFL suspends former Giants kicker Josh Brown for six more games

-- Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott granted temporary restraining order, suspension on hold

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Jason Whitlock and Kid?]

-- Jason Whitlock’s Colin Kaepernick impersonator isn't a white man

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One-Ring Circus | #HoustonStrong

HEADLINES

-- Aaron Rodgers: Colin Kaepernick 'should be on a roster right now'

-- Bengals' Vontaze Burfict facing 5-game suspension

-- How much will Edelman injury hurt the Patriots?

-- Veteran CB Joe Haden expected to sign 3-year deal with Steelers

-- Extra pick Celtics gave Cavs proves Kyrie Irving deal never was in danger

-- Mayweather stops McGregor in 10th round: Three keys to victory

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Texas Rangers]

-- Texas Rangers facing major backlash after refusing to swap their home series with the Astros

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Houston Devastated By Harvey]

-- Houston Texans’ J.J. Watt breaks his goal (again) raising over $15 million for Hurricane Harvey relief

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Kyrie For IT | Patriotism Or Capitalism

HEADLINES

-- Cleveland Cavs trading Kyrie Irving to Boston Celtics for Isaiah Thomas, others

-- Angry Celtics fans burned Isaiah Thomas jerseys after trade to Cavs

-- Yankees, Tigers in bench clearing brawl

-- 12 Browns players kneel in prayer over racial, social injustice

-- Jim Brown: Colin Kaepernick needs to choose between being activist or football player

-- Mayweather, McGregor finally fight!

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jon Jones]

-- Jon Jones tests positive for steroids ... again

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Patriotism or Capitalism?]

-- Colin Kaepernick rally draws huge crowd outside NFL headquarters

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Condition Flair-ing Up | Entertain Me

HEADLINES

-- NFL accuses union of Ezekiel Elliott leaks, union says NFL spreading 'lie'

-- Chick-fil-A stand in Mercedes-Benz Stadium to be closed on Sundays

-- Fiancée: Ric Flair in critical condition, has 'multiple organ problems'

-- Chris Long: This isn’t a political issue; this is right or wrong

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Hue Jackson]

-- Hue Jackson respects right to protest, but doesn’t want to see it on his team

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Fan behavior in stands]

-- Seahawks’ Doug Baldwin: Some fans are ‘yelling at players, cussing’ during the anthem

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Dolt Of The Month | July 2017

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DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS 

-- Miguel Montero

-- Dan Gilbert

-- Michael Vick

-- Jerry Jones

-- Ray Lewis

DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER

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Don't Touch | This Is Your America

HEADLINES

-- Bills trade Sammy Watkins to Rams, acquire Matthews

-- Scary spill lands Bryce on DL; no ligament tear

-- On duty: Army vet sizzles in fantastic debut

-- Zach Randolph arrested on charge of marijuana possession with intent to sell

-- Tim Tebow greets autistic boy in on-deck circle, hits home run in next at-bat

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Ezekiel Elliott]

-- Cowboys' Ezekiel Elliott suspended six games by NFL

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Domestic Terrorism]

-- State of Emergency Declared: Chaos in Charlottesville

-- Raiders RB Marshawn Lynch sits during national anthem

-- Michael Bennett explains why he will continue to sit for national anthem

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Dolt Of The Month | June 2017

DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS 

-- John Mara

-- Jason Whitlock

-- Derek Fisher

-- Sebastian Telfair

-- Phil Jackson

DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER

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Clueless Pugilists | Full Of Class

HEADLINES

-- Dolphins reportedly reach out to Jay Cutler with Ryan Tannehill's status uncertain

-- Kyrie Irving approached trade request the right way, says former Cavs GM David Griffin

-- Darren Daulton, former Phillies All-Star catcher, dies at 55

-- Don Baylor, who won MVP with Angels and World Series with Twins, dies at 68

-- Charles Oakley accepts deal to dismiss misdemeanor charges

-- LaDainian Tomlinson honors fans, mother in Hall of Fame speech

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Doug Gottlieb]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Didn't Earn My Dollars]

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Quarter #2 | 2017 Dolt

-- APRIL 2017 DOLT OF THE MONTH [Starling Marte]

-- MAY 2017 DOLT OF THE MONTH [James Harden]

-- JUNE 2017 DOLT OF THE MONTH [Jason Whitlock]

DOLT OF THE QUARTER WINNER

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Pigskin Love Affair | Fenway Rebuilding?

Podcast host of "No Sitting On The Sideline Dad Podcast," Joe Foley joins Cole in the Analyst Series.  The two talk about ...

-- Being over LeBron James coverage

-- The Celtics Fan diminishing expectations?

-- Does the Boston Red Sox need a new baseball stadium?

-- The overall allure of the NFL

-- The disgust of Tom Brady being on the Madden cover

-- How Robert Kraft plotted to purchase the Patriots buying land around stadium

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Cowboys Question Marks | Super Comeback

The owner/host of the podcast, "BS3 Sports," Ben Sudderth, III joins Cole in the Analyst Series.  The two talk about ...

-- Can the Cowboys repeat 2016 success?

-- Will the Cowboys renew Ezekiel Elliott after rookie contract?

-- The maturity of Dak Prescott

-- Who may be the 2017 NFC East Champion?

-- Which other teams will make the most noise in the 2017 season

-- Is Tom Brady is GOAT after miraculous Super Bowl performance?

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Super Teams Are New? | Durant and Loyalty

The co-founder of the network, "The Critical Dump," and co-host of "Talking Thirty," and "Choppin' It Up w/ Q," Quinton Simpson - a.k.a. Q The Great joins Cole in the Speaker Series.  The two talk about ...

-- Shortness in basketball being a defensive liability

-- His time playing football in college

-- How Kevin Durant is no different from the regular person

-- How professional athletes SHOULD be about the money

-- Could fans have an abusive relationship with teams and players?

-- The super team phenomenon (and the 2002 NBA Western Conference Finals)

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Windy City Sports Passion | Green Principles

The CEO of the podcast/brand, "The 3 Point Conversion Sports Longue," Raphael Haynes - a.k.a. Mr. Controversy joins Cole in the Anaylst Series.  The two talk about ...

-- Chicago during the first Bulls three-peat

-- The passion of Chicago Sports Fan

-- The Chicago Sports Fan and Atlanta Sports Fan difference

-- Colin Kaepernick not being touched by the NFL

-- 'Protect The Shield'

-- How the NFL = money

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QB Carousel | Patriot Devotion

The brains behind the podcast, "Next Fan Up," and Head of Content of BlogTalkRadio, Jay Soderberg - a.k.a. Pod Vader, joins Cole in the Analyst Series.  The two talk about ...

-- Jay Cutler actually could do well (given the right team)

-- How Pod Vader had no choice but to be a Patriots fan

-- The old Foxboro Stadium

-- 'That Green Team' and Connecticut embracing the Giants

-- Drew Bledsoe being the greatest Patriots QB of all-time

-- 'Dating' other teams

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Mirror Image Protest | President Troll

HEADLINES

-- Butler trade, freshmen picks highlight NBA draft

-- Chiefs seem adrift while Raiders ride momentum

-- Mets take exception to Dodgers Yasiel Puig's bat flip, home run trot

-- Isaiah Thomas: 'If people don't believe in me, I make them believers'

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Phil Jackson]

-- Phil Jackson confirms Kristaps Porzingis trade talks, should stop talking

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf on Colin Kaepernick] 

-- Abdul-Rauf: Kaepernick’s situation ‘mirrors what I went through’

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Luxury Carr | Government Funding Pause?

HEADLINES

-- Cavs meet with Chauncey Billups for a second time about GM vacancy

-- Dwight Howard heads to Hornets after one season with hometown Hawks

-- Jeremy Maclin played with torn groin, was disappointed Chiefs told him of release via voicemail

-- Diana Taurasi now #1 scorer in WNBA history

CENTER SEGMENT [Derek Carr's huge extension]

-- Derek Carr, Raiders deep into negotiations on contract extension

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Washington aiming to stop stadium city funding]

-- U.S. Senators aiming to stop use of municipal funds for stadiums

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Money Talks | un-American Thoughts

HEADLINES

-- Lonzo Ball pokes fun at his father in new Foot Locker commercial 

-- SPECIAL HEADLINE: Mayweather vs. McGregor is scheduled for Aug. 26

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Sebastian Telfair]

-- Former NBA star, Sebastian Telfair, arrested on gun charges

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Idiocy at its finest]

-- Jason Whitlock says Golden State Warriors White House boycott is un-American and cowardly

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Catfish Heaven | Beat The Freeze

HEADLINES

-- Doug Williams to serve as Washington NFL Franchise senior VP of player personnel

-- Braves/SunTrust Park's "Beat The Freeze" promotion going viral

-- This Pittsburgh Penguins title was a spectacle of survival

-- Nashville Predators' spirited playoff run sparked fanbase - and high expectations for next season

CENTER SEGMENT [Rafael Nadal wins 10th French Open championship]

-- Rafael Nadal beats Stan Wawrinka in French Open men's final

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Golden State to skip White House visit?]

-- Warriors to decide on White House visit 'when and if necessary'

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Dolt Of The Month | May 2017

DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS 

-- Lonzo Ball

-- James Harden

-- LaMarcus Aldridge

-- LeBron James

DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER

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Incentives | Take It To The Head

HEADLINES

-- Penguins dominate Game 5, trounce Predators 6-0, up 3-2 in NHL Stanley Cup Final

-- Kevin Durant's dagger stuns Cavs, lifts Warriors to 118-113 Game 3 win

-- Charles Barkley blasts Cavs' Tristan Thompson after scoreless Game 3

-- Eddie Lacy must be down to 250 pounds by Monday for $55,000 bonus

-- New England Patriots receive Super Bowl rings in private ceremony

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Derek Fisher]

-- Report: Derek Fisher arrested on suspicion of drunk driving

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Michael Oher takes pills for his brain] (credit: De'mond Eason)

-- Michael Oher deletes Instagram post appearing to show pills 'all for the brain'

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Rowdy Friends Rejoice | Stoopping Out Of Norman

HEADLINES

-- NHL Stanley Cup Final (Predators vs. Penguins - Game 4)

-- NBA Finals - Game 2

-- Angels' Albert Pujols 6th player in MLB history to hit 600 HR

-- Warriors head coach, Steve Kerr returns to the sideline, gives props to Mark Jackson

CENTER SEGMENT [Bob Stoops retires]

-- Bob Stoops retires after 18 years as Oklahoma University head coach

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The 'rowdy friends' return for Monday night]

-- Hank Williams Jr.'s iconic song returning to Monday Night Football

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Skewed Perspective | Tiger Declawed

HEADLINES

-- NHL Stanley Cup Final Update

-- NBA Finals Update

-- Maxime Hamou repeatedly kisses reporter at the French Open

-- Tiger Woods arrested on DUI charge in Florida

DOLT OF THE WEEK #1 [John Mara]

-- John Mara says signing Colin Kaepernick would lead to fan backlash

DOLT OF THE WEEK #2 [Jason Whitlock]

-- Sports journalist Jason Whitlock rips LeBron James’ race comments: ‘LeBron’s gate ain’t Emmett Till’

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The poison of racism remains]

-- Racial slur spray-painted on gate outside LeBron James' home

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Championship Clash #3 | Sports Philosophy's Voice Silenced

HEADLINES

-- NHL Stanley Cup Final (Predators vs. Penguins - Game 1)

-- Writer loses job for tweet about Japanese Indy 500 winner

-- Angels' Mike Trout to disabled list with torn thumb ligament

-- After brawl, Bryce Harper leads all NL players in NL All-Star Game voting update

CENTER SEGMENT [NBA Finals Preview - Cavaliers vs. Warriors]

-- Cavaliers vs. Warriors - Part III

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Frank Deford's powerful voice] (credit: Aaron Taylor)

-- Frank Deford, NPR's longtime philosopher of sports, dies at 78

-- Frank Deford, renowned sportswriter, dies at 78

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Passive GOAT | Apples and Oranges

HEADLINES

-- NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs | Conference Finals update

-- Cleveland Cavaliers beat Boston Celtics 135-102 in Game 5 to advance to NBA Finals against Golden State Warriors

-- Kevin Durant, alleged NBA villain, ignoring the noise: 'I'm at peace'

-- Danny Ainge: Lonzo Ball's camp 'politely said no' to pre-draft workout

-- Chargers GM Tom Telesco on transition to L.A.: 'You embrace it'

DOLT OF THE WEEK [LeBron James]

-- 4-13, 11 points in Game 3 loss at home to Celtics

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The LeBron-Jordan comparisons are stupid]

-- Bill Laimbeer chooses who is better

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Some Fun League? | Sharing Too Much Wealth

HEADLINES

-- Colton Sissons' hat trick pushes the Predators into their first Stanley Cup finals appearance

-- Celtics show signs of life as Smart, Bradley lead furious comeback over Cavaliers

-- Seahawks icon and Hall of Famer Cortez Kennedy dead at 48

-- Novak Djokovic to be coached by Andre Agassi

CENTER SEGMENT ['Celebration Police' relaxes]

-- NFL touchdown celebration rules loosened by Roger Goodell

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [When 'We All Eat' Goes Wrong]

-- Trent Richardson says his family and friends spent $1.6 million in 10 months

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Daniel J. Hill | Conversations

Podcast co-host of The Dan & Kody Podcast with Kody Fredrick, and podcast co-host of Melrose Place Podcast with Jenny Hill, Daniel J. Hill joins the Conversation!  Daniel talks about life in Washington, DC, growing up bi-racial and his move out to Southern California.  He also talks about his love of all things DC sports, and balancing the co-host duties of two podcasts.  The love of both of his co-hosts are also shown in this episode.  Daniel also discusses ...
Dealing with being bi-racial - ["I coined the phrase 'HAfrican' when I was a kid because I hated picking."]Washington, DC as a sports town - ["If you go to a Wizards game - on the big screen they will show the logo of the Cowboys star when they want you to boo."]On embracing sports in Southern California - ["I have a hard time embracing (the fan culture) ... Laker fans are very entitled, and they're just as deranged as (Lakers' principal owner) Jeanie Buss."]Who is his favorite co-host - ["Family's family. I gotta' go with wifey."]
He can be reached at the following destinations: 

Daniel's Twitter Page -- @DanielJHill

The Dan & Kody Podcast's Website -- The Dan & Kody Podcast

Melrose Place Podcast's Website -- Melrose Place Podcast

Many thanks to Daniel for his positive, infectious happy vibe.  Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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Coming Up Small | Shading Haters

HEADLINES

-- NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs | Conference Finals update

-- Cavs beat Celtics 130-86, lead series 2-0

-- RB LeGarrette Blount joins Eagles on 1-year deal

-- Blue Jays CF Kevin Pillar suspended 2 games for anti-gay slur

-- Robert Griffin III engaged to be married, fiancee pregnant

-- LaVar Ball threatened 'The Herd' co-host Kristine Leahy when she dared to question him

DOLT OF THE WEEK [LaMarcus Aldridge]

-- Aldridge on coming up small against Warriors

UPON FURTHER REVIEW (CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED)

[Kobe Bryant sent signed jersey to Jordan Edwards]

-- Kobe Bryant sends signed jersey to brother of unarmed teen killed by cop

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Troubled Man | Sounding Off

HEADLINES

-- Zaza Pachulia: 'Really stupid' to think he intentionally hurt Kawhi Leonard

-- Celtics advance to Eastern Conference Finals beating Wizards

-- Cavaliers soundly defeat Celtics in Game 1 of Eastern Conference Finals

-- Roger Federer to skip French Open

CENTER SEGMENT [Cowboys LB Rolondo McClain can't get it right]

-- Rolando McClain arrested on drug, firearm charges in Alabama

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Athletes sounding off]

-- These Instagram ‘likes’ about Hillary Clinton have an Islanders goalie in hot water

-- Colin Kaepernick: Racism disguised as patriotism

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CJ Ripka | Conversations

Podcast host of 'Raw & Real' and the co-host of the livestream, 'Grit & Grace TV' with Line Brunet, CJ Ripka joins the Conversation!  CJ talks about his time in the US Army, picking up his audio and video skills in the National Guard, and the ultimate reason why he is in content creation in the first place.  CJ also talks about business ventures and his time as a professional wrestler.  

He can be reached at the following destinations:

CJ's Business Website -- Ripka Media Group

CJ's Podcast Home -- Raw & Real

CJ's Facebook Page (Raw & Real) -- Raw & Real Live

CJ's Facebook Page (Grit & Grace TV) -- Grit & Grace TV

CJ's YouTube Livestream Page (Grit & Grace TV) -- Grit & Grace TV - YouTube

CJ's Twitter Page -- @cjripka

CJ's E-mail Address -- cjripka@ripkamedia.com

Many thanks to CJ for actively helping to make the world a better place.  Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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Grill It Up | Re2pect The Captain

HEADLINES

-- NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs | Conference Finals update

-- NBA Playoffs | Cavs, Warriors advance to Conference Finals; Who joins them?

-- Josh Gordon's application for reinstatement denied by NFL

-- LaVar Ball: I don't need no advice from Kobe Bryant

-- SPECIAL HEADLINE: 2008 Celtics reunite, say it's up to estranged Ray Allen 'to break the ice'

DOLT OF THE WEEK [James Harden]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Derek Jeter thanks Yankees fans; Yankees retire #2]

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Diva In Pads | DMV Letdown

HEADLINES

-- 2017 NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs | Conference Finals

-- Draymond Green calls Boston’s Kelly Olynyk a ‘dirty player’

-- Tyronn Lue: Cavaliers head coaching job is the toughest in sports

-- Underhanded Spurs take control of Western Conference Semifinals series vs. Rockets

-- Chris Berman's wife dies in car accident

CENTER SEGMENT [Odell Beckham, Jr. trolling]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Capitals, Wizards deflate Washington]

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JC Preston | Conversations

CEO of New Inceptions and podcast host of 'Angles of Lattitude', JC Preston joins the Conversation!  He talks about his love of the Colts, being the husband of a military wife and his stint as a professor at Purdue.  He also talks about the purpose of New Inceptions and what it can do for new businesses. 

JC's words of wisdom: "Don't expect yourself know everything right away ..."

He can be reached at the following destinations:

JC's Business Website -- New Inceptions

JC's Podcast Home -- Angles of Lattitude

JC's Facebook Page -- New Inceptions - Facebook

JC's Twitter Page -- @newinceptions

JC's E-mail Address -- heyguys@newinceptions.com

Many thanks to JC for his company helping start-ups go to the next level.  Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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Dolt Of The Month | April 2017

DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS 

-- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope

-- Ian Kahaloa

-- Trent Murphy

-- Starling Marte

-- Matt Barnes

DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER

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Fenway Park Shenanigans | Human Shield

HEADLINES

-- Penguins star Sidney Crosby out with another concussion

-- New Broncos RB Jamaal Charles: ‘Still Have More In My Tank’

-- Nick Saban gets 3-year extension to coach Alabama

-- Rockets steamrolled the Spurs for an overwhelming Game 1 win

-- Boston Celtics' Isaiah Thomas scores 53 on late sister's birthday

CENTER SEGMENT [Orioles vs. Red Sox: Series Outta' Control]

-- Orioles' Manny Machado's profanity-laced tirade toward the Red Sox

UPON FURTHER REVIEW (CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED)

-- Brandon Roy heroically shields children from gunfire with own body

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'Porzingod' Going Elsewhere? | End Of The Line

HEADLINES

-- NHL Stanley Cup Playoffs

-- Kristaps Porzingis' skipped meeting led multiple teams to call Knicks

-- Wizards Kelly Oubre suspended for Game 4 for pushing Celtics Kelly Olynyk

-- Damian Lillard, Trail Blazers teammates donate $224K in playoff bonuses to team staffers

-- Warriors head coach Steve Kerr underwent spinal cord leak procedure

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Lonzo Ball]

-- ... for showing no mouth

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [End Game for the Clippers]

-- As Clippers fail in Game 7, it is clear that it's time for a big change

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Michelle Price-Johnson | Conversations

On-air personality, radio executive, media consultant, manager and soon-to-be professor, Michelle Price-Johnson joins the Conversation!  Michelle chronicles her time beginning in communications.  She also talks about her rise to prominence being on the mic and in the boardroom.  Michelle also talks about transitioning out of corporate radio and into being an entrepreneur - as she talks about the Podcast For Profit Academy.  

She can be reached at the following destinations:

Michelle's Podcast/Broadcast/Media Company -- Podcast For Profit Academy

Michelle's Media Consultation/Management Home -- Michelle Price-Johnson Online Hub

Michelle's Facebook Page -- Leading at Life with Michelle Price Johnson

Michelle's Twitter Page -- @MJLeadsatLife

Many thanks to Michelle for wealth of knowledge and heart to make others shine.  Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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Change Of The Guard | Seeing Things Differently

HEADLINES

-- 2017 NBA Playoffs (most of the) Conference Semifinals Preview

-- St. Louis Blues dress down racist with epic tweet

-- Penguins still are the Capitals' kryptonite

-- Wladimir Klitschko passes torch to Anthony Joshua in front of 90,000 in London

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Matt Barnes]

-- Red Sox P Matt Barnes ejected after throwing at Manny Machado’s head

UPON FURTHER REVIEW (CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED) [Utah Jazz fan literally sees game]

-- Jazz help blind 7-year-old fan get the high-tech glasses he needed to finally see a game

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Draft Moves | Life Interrupted

HEADLINES

-- LeBron, Cavaliers sweep away Pacers' challenge

-- Beverley, Westbrook Exchange Words During, After Game 5

-- NHL Playoffs - Second Round Quick Review

-- Dirt-bike accident sends Bumgarner to DL

CENTER SEGMENT [NFL Draft - The First Round]

-- The ups and downs of the 2017 NFL Draft - First Round

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [ESPN layoffs affect sports fans]

-- ESPN Layoffs: The struggling industry giant sheds on-air talent

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Steve Hanisch | Conversations

Uber Jersey fan, and co-host of "The Ranting and Raving Podcast," Steve Hanisch joins the Conversation.  He talks about his love of the Giants, his consternation about being a Nets fan - and his intense hatred for the Cowboys and Eagles.  Also - a Northern New Jersey resident is an Orioles fan?  He explains why that has happened.  He also talks about his love of movies and hard rock/metal music.  Steve, a.k.a "Sandwich," expounds the following ...
Being Northern New Jersey to the heart - ["If I was from New York, I would have the decency and the intelligence to be  fan of the Knicks."]The impact of a New York Giants defeat - ["A Giants loss kinda' ruins the first couple days of my work week."]How his love of the Orioles and disdain of the Yankees coincide - ["Camden Yards is such a beautiful baseball park - but you go to Yankee Stadium and ... it feels like corporate America."]How music artists should grow like humans - ["I'm not the same person I was five or ten yeas ago - and neither will a band I listen to."]
He can be reached at the following destinations:

Steve's Podcast (The Ranting and Raving Podcast) -- The Ranting and Raving Podcast

Many thanks to Steve for his fun and interesting perspective of life.  Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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Bad Breaks | Grindhouse Love

HEADLINES

-- Dana White estimates huge paydays for McGregor ($75M), Mayweather ($100M-plus)

-- Phil Simms takes CBS studio spot on 'NFL Today'

-- Knicks star Carmelo Anthony splits from wife La La

-- NBA Playoff Injuries

-- Pitcher Jon Lester pitches new offer to young Cubs fan

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Starling Marte]

-- Pirates OF Starling Marte gets 80-game ban after positive PED test

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Fizdale and Grizzlies are one]

-- David Fizdale's rant after Game 2: Grizzlies @ Spurs

-- Grizzlies players are paying for David Fizdale's fine and showing exactly why he ranted

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Screeching Halt | Magnificent Monday

HEADLINES

-- Odell Beckham Jr. showed up at least 1 hour late to youth football clinic

-- Chyna Thomas, sister of Celtics' Isaiah Thomas, dies in car crash

-- NBA Playoffs - First Round Quick Review

-- Serena Williams won The Australian Open while pregnant

CENTER SEGMENT [NHL Stanley Cup playoff night going overtime]

-- 4 overtime games: NHL playoffs has a night for the ages

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [(Some of) The Patriots go to Washington]

-- Malcolm Mitchell: President Trump’s shout-out ‘... almost brought me to tears’

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Conversations | D. Murph

Former college basketball player now finds his way in the podcasting game.  Host of "Down With The DMs," "Flagrant 2, and "Why Not Sports?" - D. Murph joins the Conversation!  He talks about the correlation to life and sports.  D. Murph also expounds on his faith as his core strength and the joys of moving in the podcast game.  D. Murph also speaks on the following ...
The love of sports in his life - ["Sports has been key to my development ..."]The impact of faith in his life - [" ... my divorce ... that is when I knew, "If I'mma' get through this, God gon' have to get me through this."]How his demeanor remains the same in all circles - ["I'm pretty consistent ..."]The purpose of 'Why Not Sports?' - ["'Why Not Sports?' ... is more than on and off the court."]
D. Murph's parting words of wisdom - "Keep on grindin' - keep the faith!"

He can be reached at the following destinations:

D. Muprh's Podcast (Flagrant 2) -- Flagrant 2 w/ D. Murph

D. Muprh's Podcast (Down with the DM's) -- Down with the DM's

D. Muprh's Podcast (Why Not Sports?) -- Why Not Sports w/ D. Murph

Many thanks to D. Murph for his inspirational story.  Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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'Beast Mode' Saves Raiders? | Rooney Rules

HEADLINES

-- Marshawn Lynch's trade from Seahawks to Raiders likely

-- Cavaliers blow 26-point fourth-quarter lead to fall to the Hawks in an OT stunner

-- Blue Jackets, Wild down 2-0 in NHL Stanley Cup first round playoffs

-- Rod Carew's transplanted heart, kidney donated from former Ravens TE

-- Todd Heap accidentally hits, kills 3-year-old daughter while moving truck

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Trent Murphy]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Missing Dan Rooney]

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And The Winner Is ... ? | Bittersweet #715

HEADLINES

-- Sergio Garcia wins first-ever major championship

-- Penguins fan stabbed in head; delays hospital trip

-- Patriots' curious interest in Seahawks CB Richard Sherman

-- Philadelphia Phillies feast or famine
Record 12-run 1st inning routs Nationals | Cespedes hits 3 HRs, Harvey leaves with injury in Mets win

CENTER SEGMENT ['The Beard' vs. 'Zero Chill']

-- Russell Westbrook vs. James Harden has no 'correct' answer

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Henry Aaron's costly home run record]

-- #715 came at a heavy price for Henry Aaron

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Matisyahu Goren

What do you get when you combine a NBA trainer with a man who makes a pilgrimage to Israel learning Hebrew while he was there?  Matisyahu Goren is your answer.  He talks about training NBA stars like Paul George and Kawhi Leonard (among others).  He also explains what he learned in his time in the Holy Land.  

Matisyahu's parting words of wisdom - "We are created to bring God closer to the Earth."

He can be reached at the following destinations:

Matisyahu's Podcast -- The Long Short Way

Matisyahu's Twitter Page -- @thelongshortway

Matisyahu's Facebook Page -- The Long Short Way

Matisyahu's E-mail Address -- matisyahu@thelongshortway.com

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Quarter #1 | 2017 Dolt

-- JANUARY 2017 DOLTS OF THE MONTH 

[Adam Jones | Jerry Rice]

-- FEBRUARY 2017 DOLT OF THE MONTH 

[James Dolan]

-- MARCH 2017 DOLT OF THE MONTH 

[LaVar Ball]

DOLT OF THE QUARTER WINNER

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Season Triple-Double #2 | Not Giving In

HEADLINES

-- Thunder Russell Westbrook clinches season triple-double

-- Derrick Rose out for season with torn meniscus in left knee

-- Steelers QB Ben Roethlisberger to return for 14th season

-- Dustin Johnson pulls out of Masters after falling on his back

-- Curtain Call for Joe Louis Arena

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Ian Kahaloa]

-- Reds’ prospect Ian Kahaloa apparently uses drugs in Snapchat video; suspended 50 games

UPON FURTHER REVIEW (CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED) [Monty Williams - One Year After Tragedy] 

-- Monty Williams On Life After Tragedy: 'You Can't Give In'

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No Mo' Romo | The Sage Replacement

HEADLINES

-- Tiger Woods to miss Masters for third time in four years

-- Russell Westbrook ties Oscar Robertson with 41 triple-doubles

-- Ex-Dodgers star Pedro Guerrero fighting for life after stroke

-- Flyers goalie Michal Neuvirth collapses on ice in scary scene

-- Mississippi State upsets UConn, advances to women's title game

CENTER SEGMENT [Tony Romo leaves football]

-- Tony Romo heading into broadcasting with CBS

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Michelle Beadle in, Sage Steele out]

-- ESPN replaces Sage Steele on 'NBA Countdown' amid network's decision to limit on-air talent's political commentary

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Dustin Burcham

You want a raw interpretation of wrestling?  Then Dustin Burcham's your man!  He talks about his passion for the art of wrestling.  He also discussus his frustrations with it - and why he has persevered.  Now, the host of 'The Smack Download Podcast' still touches the sport he so dearly loves.  Dustin discusses ...

The most influential wrestler for him - ["Hulk Hogan was basically 90s Saturday cartoon superhero that was brought to real life."]

The art of a Jim Cornette promo - ["He could take a 10-minute promo and cut it down to two."]

The concept of a cool heel - ["The problem is ... that whoever they try to do this concept again ain't The Rock."]

The boys on the road being family - ["I seemed to click with everybody."]

Dustin parting words of wisdom - "If you're gonna' be a success in this business ... you gotta' listen."

He can be reached at the following destinations:

Dustin's Podcast -- The Smack Download Podcast

Dustin's Twitter Page -- @DustinBurcham

Dustin's Facebook Page -- The Smack Download Wrestling Podcast

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Dolt Of The Month | March 2017

DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS 

-- Matt Elam

-- Mark Cuban

-- Ezekiel Elliott

-- Mohammed Anas

DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER 

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Hennessy Driving | #WhyNotDevin

HEADLINES

-- Oscar Robertson rooting for Russell Westbrook to record most triple-doubles

-- Some NFL teams are wondering about Colin Kaepernick's vegan diet

-- Phil Mickelson paid $1.9 million gambling debt to Vegas bettor, court documents say

-- Adam Silver says there will be female head coach in NBA 'sooner rather than later'

-- Massive swarm of bees sent Padres and Rockies players ducking for cover

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Kentavious Caldwell-Pope]

-- Kentavious Caldwell-Pope arrested on suspicion of DUI

UPON FURTHER REVIEW (CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED) [#WhyNotDevin] 

-- Patriots' Tom Brady, Boston Red Sox rally around 6-year-old with inoperable brain tumor

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The Ultimate Thrill Ride | Vegas Turns Silver and Black

HEADLINES

-- 2017 Final Four is set

-- MLB suspends Mets closer Jeurys Familia for violating domestic violence policy

-- Detroit Red Wings' 25-year playoff streak over

-- Agreement puts Jeanie Buss in control of Lakers for life

CENTER SEGMENT [WrestleMania 33 Preview] (Special Guest: Dustin Burcham)

-- Full WrestleMania 33 card

-- VIDEO: Chris Jericho/Kevin Owens - "My Heart Will Go On"

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The Raiders leave Oakland ... again] 

-- NFL owners approve Raiders' move to Las Vegas

-- Fans react to Raiders move: 'It's heartbreaking'

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Dino Wells

Boxer-turned actor, writer and director, "The Lethal Warrior," Dino Wells lends his voice to the Conversation.  He discusses the ups-and-downs of being a father.  He also goes into detail as to the exhaustive process to submitting pilots for TV shows.  Dino also talks about his award-winning documentary, "When The Bell Rings."  Also, Dino talks about ...
The origin of 'Dino' as a name - ["My mom, when she was pregnant with me ... I guess she used to watch 'The Flintstones' a lot ..."]His toughest opponent in the ring - ["The main one on my list is Antonio Tarver."]The influence of "Sugar" Ray Robinson - ["His style, his resilence, and how he moved in the ring ... he was like the Mayweather of his time."]How Metta World Peace lent his name to "When The Bell Rings" - ["He enjoyed the story ... and they felt this was the best thing under his company to start off with."]
He can be reached at the following destination:

Dino's Contacts -- Social Media Homes - Dino Wells

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Friends Turn Into Enemies | Shout Out Gone Wrong

HEADLINES

-- Devin Booker becomes 6th player to score 70 points in a game

-- Knicks Joakim Noah will serve a 20-game suspension over drug violation

-- Lonzo Ball says UCLA's Sweet 16 loss was his last game for Bruins

-- Shaquille O'Neal is the latest NBA player to say he believes the Earth is flat

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Mohammed Anas]

-- Soccer player Mohammed Anas thanks ‘my wife and my girlfriend’ in postgame speech

-- Mohammed Anas: 'I call my daughter my girlfriend'

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Aaron Hernandez spurned by former best friend] 

-- Former Patriots TE Aaron Hernandez shot best friend, Alexander Bradley, in the eye

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Villanova Destroys Hopes | Overreaching Sentiments

HEADLINES

-- The Internet reacts to Villanova’s bracket-busting loss

-- Panthers QB Cam Newton to have surgery on throwing shoulder

-- NBA commissioner Adam Silver says players resting is 'significant issue'

-- LeBron James issues warning shot to outspoken LaVar Ball

-- Barry Bonds returning to San Francisco Giants as assistant to CEO

CENTER SEGMENT [Tom Brady's Super Bowl jersey found]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Colin Kaepernick situation: Off-base]

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John Alan Powell

The author of "My Journey. My Truth.: A Story of Hope, Courage and Transformation," John Alan Powell takes a seat on Conversations, and tells a gripping tale of narrative changing, the power of 'you' and forgiveness.  He regales us with the following ...
The slogan of Regina, Saskatchewan - ["It's the city that rhymes with fun."]The correlation of bad attitudes and results - ["(People) don't want that to infect them."]His theory on why you need to 'move before you're ready' - ["(Perfection) is the excuse we use to validate our own inaction."]His future plans of course building - ["Do it like an online university."]
His challenge to all of us: -- "Let your passion give you a transcendent purpose to help you define who you are in your path in life - instead of having the world define it for you."

He can be reached at the following destinations:

John's Book -- My Journey.  My Truth.

John's Website Page -- John Alan Powell

John's Twitter Page -- @JohnAlanPowell

Win's Facebook Page -- John Alan Powell

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'Zero Chill' Strikes Again | Indecent Exposure

HEADLINES

-- Dwight Howard Says He’s a Hall of Famer

-- Seahawks looking to trade CB Richard Sherman

-- Dwyane Wade out for regular season

-- Russell Westbrook on Steph Curry’s MVP Pick: ‘I Don’t Care’

-- Luke Walton criticizes officials, Bucks staffer over on-court melee

-- Manny Ramirez's contract with Japanese team includes some interesting perks

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Ezekiel Elliott]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [N-word and Sports] 

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Ball 'Till We Fall | Academy-Award Winning Franchise

HEADLINES

-- DeMarcus Ware retires from NFL after 12 seasons

-- Former Packers RB Eddie Lacy agrees to deal to join Seahawks

-- San Antonio Spurs beat Golden State Warriors in showdown of reserves

-- Warriors Andre Iguodala uses racial slur, 'master' in interview

-- Anthony Rizzo inspired the 2016 Cubs with a naked clubhouse speech before Game 7

CENTER SEGMENT [LaVar Ball]

-- LaVar Ball and his boys are here to change the world

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Buss Family soap opera] 

-- Buss brothers Johnny, Jim trying to bust family trust, sister Janie says

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Win Charles

Disability has met its match!  Author, motivational speaker and podcast host of "Butterflies Of Wisdom," Win Charles, spends some time in the Conversation.  Her book, "I, Win," chronicles her journey to functioning as if she is not disabled.  Her podcast, "Butterflies Of Wisdom," gives hope and motivation to overcome all obstacles.  She weaves us through the following ...
The origin of her name - ["That was my mom's mom's name."]Her no-excuse mantra for overcoming cerebral palsy - ["I was raised as if I had no disability."]The purpose of her podcast name - ["(Caterpillars go through a) metamorphosis into a strong, beautiful butterfly."]Her advice to podcasters - ["Just get out there and do it!"]
Her challenge to all of us: -- "If you can dream it, you can live it."

She can be reached at the following destinations:

Win's Book -- I, Win

Win's Website Page -- Win Charles

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Texans Trade Osweiler | The True Silent Killer

HEADLINES

-- Plane carrying University of Michigan basketball team skids off runway

-- LaMarcus Aldridge out indefinitely after experiencing minor heart arrhythmia

-- Patriots' FA: WR Brandin Cooks, DE Kony Ealy, TE Dwayne Allen, CB Stephon Gilmore

-- Draymond Green angry about no music playing in Madison Square Garden

-- Texans trade Brock Osweiler, 2018 second-round pick to Browns

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Mark Cuban]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Loneliness: The Silent Killer] (contribution - Joseph Foley)

Joseph Foley podcast -- No Sitting On The Sideline Dad Podcast

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Blind Baylor | Dirk Scores History

HEADLINES

-- Raiders secure financing for potential Las Vegas stadium

-- The 2017 NFL Combine
Christian McCaffrey | Leonard Fournette | Myles Garrett | Mitchell Trubiski

-- WR Brandon Marshall agrees to two-year, $12M deal with Giants

-- Serena Williams' withdraws from Indian Wells, Miami tournaments to knee problems

CENTER SEGMENT [Dirk Nowitzki reaches 30,000 career points scored]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The curious investigation of Baylor University]

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Conversations | JR The Sportsman

Sports information with a little Southern flavor - that is what JR The Sportsman brings to the table.  With his passionate ways and his raw delivery, his unmistakably acute analysis is a breath of fresh air in the world of sports.  However, he feels a deeper, bigger and stronger calling on his life in terms of sports - as his hope is to bring people together.  In this interview you will hear ...
His role on the sports world - ["He wanted me to use my platform to bring people together."]The power of creativity - ["I get more appreciation from creating something over the finished product."]His biggest motivator - ["(My sister) said, 'With all the sports stuff you know ... you need to start using your sports knowledge again to bring back peace'."]
His challenge to all of us: -- "If you got a goal, go after it ... Don't waste your time around people that's not trying to do position things.  Just fight - and believe in your abilities."

He can be reached at the following destinations:

JR's Instagram Page -- @jrthesportsman

JR's YouTube Page -- Jr The SportsMan

JR's Facebook Page -- JR The Sportsman Radio Show

JR's Facebook Group -- J.R The Sports Man Fan VS Fan Sports Group

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Dolt Of The Month | February 2017

DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS 

-- Sage Steele

-- 2016 Atlanta Falcons

-- James Dolan

-- Vlade Divac

DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER 

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Golfer Goes Political | National Anthem Standing

HEADLINES

-- Pelicans' DeMarcus Cousins picks up 18th technical, triggers automatic suspension

-- Warriors' Kevin Durant out at least 4 weeks with MCL sprain, bone bruise

-- Colin Kaepernick to stand during national anthem next season

-- Richmond baseball players suspended over fantasy football

-- Falcons’ Mohamed Sanu credits halftime show with Super Bowl downfall

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Matt Elam]

-- Ravens' Matt Elam arrested in Miami on marijuana, oxycodone possession charges

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Rory McIlroy plays round of golf with President Donald Trump]

-- Rory McIlroy: Golf round with Trump 'not an endorsement'

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Extensions and Releases | Center Ice Wish

HEADLINES

-- Raptors Kyle Lowry to undergo wrist surgery, targets return for playoffs

-- 76ers injury woes

-- Chris Bosh: 'My health is great. I'm feeling good, still working out'

-- Serena Williams surprises fans with late-night tennis session

-- Vlade Divac says Kings will be better off in two years: 'If I'm wrong, I'll step down'

CENTER SEGMENT [Berry, Brown get extension, Peterson, Charles receive releases]

-- Antonio Brown knew Steelers would come through with contract

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Mario Lemeiux grants a wish on center ice (CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED)]

-- Mario Lemieux goes back on the ice to make cancer patient's dream come true

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Conversations | Christian Simpson

Former football player - check. Sports analyst - check. Radio contributor/personality - check. New York Giants AND Dallas Cowboys fan? Well - you have to listen for yourself with that one. We welcome curator, blogger, sports analyst, radio contributor - and good friend of the show - Christian Simpson to the show. He also is the official NFL correspondent to Cole Sportz and he had plenty to say. For instance ...
Remembering the late Stuart Scott - ["He wanted to make it seem like you were there."] The power of sports - ["Sports is just one of those things that just tries to get you to come together."] The significance of #61 - ["The number '61' is the last number I wore (on the football field). It was a blessing in disguise because that injury propelled me to do other things."] His admiration for New York - ["New York is the city where it really does not sleep."]
His challenge to all of us: -- "Your success is based on the second letter of the word - 'U (you)' ... The word 'no' stands for 'Next Opportunity'."

Christian's Website -- The Daily Blitz

Christian's NEW Website (debuting March 3rd) -- http://www.thedailyblitz.net/

Many thanks to Christian for his strength, knowledge and friendship. Congratulations on all his endeavors. Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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Passing Up Better Deals | Hands-on Doctor

HEADLINES

-- Did Jets CB Darrelle Revis put two troublemakers to sleep?

-- NCAA comes hard for Ole Miss

-- Shaq and McGee go back-and-forth 

-- Charles Barkley utters profanity on-air on TNT's 'Inside the NBA'

-- Jameis Winston says girls are 'supposed to be silent, polite, gentle'

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Vlade Divac]

-- Vlade Divac -- "I had a better deal two days ago."

-- DeMarcus Cousins -- The trade was 'a coward move'

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Dr. Larry Nassar's Abusive Legacy]

-- Dr. Larry Nassar Case: Accuser details childhood abuse by gymnastics doctor

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No-Star Weekend | It's Magic!

HEADLINES

-- All-Star Weekend was a flop!

-- DeMarcus Cousins gets traded to the Pelicans

-- Allen Iverson gives one major reason why he would never coach NBA players

-- NHL turns 100

CENTER SEGMENT -- [Magic in - Kupchak, Jim Buss out]

-- Magic Johnson promoted to president of basketball operations for the Los Angeles Lakers

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Myron Rolle] (contribution: De'mond Eason)

-- Myron Rolle: From the NFL to neurosurgeon

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Dolan Receives Time Out | How Charlotte Has Lost

HEADLINES

-- Conor McGregor, Floyd Mayweather coming 'very very close' to terms on fight

-- Vince Young hires agent in hopes of reviving playing career

-- A-Rod, future manager of Yankees? Don't laugh

-- Genie Bouchard pays off Super Bowl bet with date at Nets game

-- Hardcore Patriots fan Logan Schoenhardt, 10, dies from brain tumor

DOLT OF THE WEEK [James Dolan]

-- Adam Silver (with a MJ assist) lifts Oakley ban from MSG

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [How is Charlotte now?]

-- NBA moves All-Star Game from Charlotte to New Orleans

-- The economic impact of Charlotte losing the All-Star Game

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Conversations | Brad Coleman

There aren't any good fathers out there?  Well - tell that to Brad Coleman, and he will completely obliterate that notion!  The father of two runs a blog focused on fatherhood called "The Fraternity Fatherhood."  Brad, a Christian in his Walk, as well, talks about his many passions such as ...
The 2011 World Series - ["Nelson Cruz was set up too shallow in right field ... but I'm not bitter."]His view on the Dallas Cowboys - ["Every year, there's a high expectation - I think - just because of who they are."]His overall mission as a father - ["My mission is largely about dads being present for their kids ..."]Biblical understanding of marriage - ["There's a whole section of 1 Peter where ... he is talking about the husband-and-wife relationship ... and we really take that out of context in today's world, I think."]
His challenge to all of us: -- "(Fathers should start, and always strive for,) being present in their own lives for their own health - being present in the lives of their wives."

He can be reached at the following destinations:

Brad's Blog -- The Fatherhood Fraternity

Brad's Facebook Group -- The Frat House

Brad on Twitter -- Brad Coleman (@BradCTx)

Many thanks to Brad for his warmth, resources and intelligence during the interview.  Now - let's keep the conversation going!

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Durant KlobbereD OKC | White House Abstention

HEADLINES

-- Durant silences rabid Thunder crowd with 'business-like' performance in OKC

-- Giants release WR Victor Cruz, RB Rashad Jennings to save salary cap room

-- Hollywood reportedly turning Tom Brady's Super Bowl LI comeback into a movie

-- Jerry Sandusky's son, Jeffrey, charged with sexual child abuse

-- Tony Gonzalez says that  Patriot players skipping White House visit is 'silly'

-- "The Young and the Ringless" parade float featured in New Orleans Mardi Gras celebration

CENTER SEGMENT [Cole Sportz | Conversations -- 02.21.2017 preview]

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The New York Knicks soap opera] 

-- Jury awards $11.6 million to Anucha Browne Sanders as NBA HoF, Isaiah Thomas was accused of sexually harassing her

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Almost Doesn't Count | President Playa' Hatin'

HEADLINES

-- Phil Jackson on column about Carmelo Anthony: 'You don't change the spot on a leopard'

-- Financial giant Goldman Sachs backs out of Raiders' stadium deal

-- Kyle Shanahan named head coach of San Francisco 49ers

-- Steve Sarkisian leaves the Tide for the Falcons

DOLT OF THE WEEK [2016 Atlanta Falcons]

-- Super Bowl LI: The biggest collapse in the game's history

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The rise of Dennis Schroder] (contribution - Freddie Sexton)

-- Dennis Schroder is determined to be a star in the NBA

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From the Brink | Keeping Domestic Abuse Quiet

HEADLINES

-- Former Bulls GM Jerry Krause: Jordan never asked for help

-- LeBron James pushing Cavaliers to acquire Carmelo Anthony even if trade includes Kevin Love: source
Isola's piece | LeBron's Instagram response

-- Michael Vick officially announces his retirement

-- Clippers Paul Pierce gets beautiful sendoff in Boston

CENTER SEGMENT [Patriots win Super Bowl LI]

-- Records set in Super Bowl LI

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The Hush-Hush Is Real] (contribution -- De'mond Eason)

-- How does the NFL really regard domestic violence?

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Dolt Of The Month | January 2017

Topics include:

DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS 

-- Adam Jones

-- Derrick Rose

-- Jerry Rice

-- Jimmy Butler

DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER 

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Championship Burglary | Houston Takes Center Stage

HEADLINES

-- Is Carson Palmer leaving the Cardinals?

-- Roger Goodell makes Raiders move to Las Vegas harder

-- Derek Fisher’s five championship rings stolen in home burglary

-- Gregg Popovich opens up on Black History Month, white privilege and 'our national sin'

-- Super Bowl LI Prediction

DOLT OF THE WEEK [Sage Steele]

-- Complaining about airport protests

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Houston is sports epicenter]

-- Houston ranked #2 in best Super Bowl host cities

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LeBron Buck Wylin' | Beautiful Love Affair

HEADLINES

-- Roger Federer wins Australian Open title for his 18th Grand Slam

-- Martellus Bennett will likely skip White House visit should Patriots win Super Bowl

-- Frank Thomas 'hurting' about 2017 Hall of Fame inductees?

-- Marshawn Lynch goes to Houston ... Scotland

CENTER SEGMENT [LeBron wylin']

-- LeBron going after Barkley

-- Barkley's response to LeBron

UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The Memphis-Zach Randolph love affair]

-- Zach Randolph: Memphis' son

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2016 Dolt Of The Year

Topics include:

-- DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNERS

JANUARY – Stan Kronke

FEBRUARY – Manny Pacquiao 

MARCH – Terry Bollea 

SKIT #1 - [Hulk Hogan 'promo']

APRIL – Josh Gordon

MAY – Art Briles 

JUNE – 2016 Golden State Warriors 

SKIT #2 - [Martavius Bryant 'smokin' with Le'Veon Bell]

JULY – Dana White 

AUGUST – Ryan Lochte 

SEPTEMBER – Steve Clevenger 

SKIT #3 - [Lamery Tunsil pre-NFL Draft press conference]

OCTOBER – New York Giants 

NOVEMBER – 2016 Cleveland Indians 

DECEMBER – RONDA ROUSEY 

SECOND SEGMENT

-- 4TH PLACE WINNER

-- 3rd PLACE WINNER

FINAL SEGMENT

-- RUNNER-UP WINNER

-- 2016 DOLT OF THE YEAR WINNER

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Immature Leadership | #23!

Topics include:

  • HEADLINES

  • DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jimmy Butler]

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Serena wins Australian Open]

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Mind-Blowing Decisions | Blowing Away Competition

Topics include:

  • HEADLINES

  • CENTER SEGMENT [NFL Championship Weekend Review]

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Bagwell, Raines, Rodriguez going to Cooperstown]

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Stick To Sports! | Shuck-and-Jive 'GOAT'

Topics include:

  • HEADLINES

  • DOLT OF THE WEEK [Jerry Rice]

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Stick To Sports!]

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Flopping In Oakland | Year of the Relocation

Topics include:

  • HEADLINES

  • CENTER SEGMENT [AFC Divisional Round games review | NFC Divisional Round games review]

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Relocation: Is it a good thing?]

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No Call, No Show | Chargers Bolt North

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  • NFL Playoffs: Divisional Round Preview

  • DOLT OF THE WEEK [Derrick Rose]

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Dean Spanos moves the Chargers to LA]

COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, plus the nuts and bolts of the sports week. Your comments are always welcomed, and differing views are expected!

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Wildcard Round Not 'Wild' | Clemson Rolls Tide

Topics include:

  • NFL Playoffs: Wildcard Round Review

  • CENTER SEGMENT [Clemson becomes 2016 NCAA College Football national champion]

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Deshaun Watson reared inside Warrick Dunn home]

COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, plus the nuts and bolts of the sports week. Your comments are always welcomed, and differing views are expected!

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Winning Streaks | Chosen Gets Blessed

Topics include:

  • HEADLINES (1:41)

  • NFL Wildcard Round Preview (12:02)

  • On The Next Episode ... (20:50)

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW - [Cam dedicates letter to Chosen] (22:09)

TRT - (29:17)

COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, plus the nuts and bolts of the sports week. Your comments are always welcomed, and differing views are expected!

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No True Playoff | Pacman Being Pacman

Topics include:

  • NFL Playoffs: Wildcard Round Preview

  • DOLT OF THE WEEK [Adam 'Pacman' Jones]

  • UPON FURTHER REVIEW - [NCAA needs to try again with College Football Playoff]

COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, plus the nuts and bolts of the sports week. Your comments are always welcomed, and differing views are expected!

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Quarter #3 | 2016 Dolt

Topics include:

-- DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNERS (1;58)

08.2016 DOLT OF THE MONTH - Ryan Lochte -- http://abcnews.go.com/.../ryan-lochte-made.../story...

09.2016 DOLT OF THE MONTH - Steve Clevenger -- http://www.usatoday.com/.../steve-clevenger.../90908618/

10.2016 DOLT OF THE MONTH - New York Giants -- http://www.nytimes.com/.../josh-brown-domestic-violence...

– DOLT OF THE QUARTER WINNER (9:34)

– THE DOLT AWARDS PREVIEW (15:25)

TRT – (18:21)

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Quarter #4 | 2016 Dolt

Topics include:

-- DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNERS (2:57)

11.2016a DOLT OF THE MONTH - 2016 Cleveland Indians

12.2016a DOLT OF THE MONTH - Randy Gregory

12.2016b DOLT OF THE MONTH - Ronda Rousey

– DOLT OF THE QUARTER WINNER (9:56)

– THE DOLT AWARDS PREVIEW (19:32)

TRT – (23:38)

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Kneeling To Justice | Lunch Companions Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:41) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Osa Musina] (12:02) – On The Next Episodes … (20:50) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED – Travis Rudolph] (22:09) TRT – (29:17) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). […]

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Dolt Of The Month | August 2016 Topics include: – DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS (1:59) – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER (10:03) TRT – (18:44) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no […]

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New Star Turn | Patriotic Protest Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:33) – On The Next Episodes … (9:37) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW SPECIAL- [Kaepernick Stands Up By Sitting] (11:32) TRT – (28:15) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole […]

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Conversations | Jeff Pierce One of the most positive and inspirational people you have ever met – wrestler-turned-coach, Jeff Pierce, learned how to truly succeed from hard knocks and tough times. ‘Stumbling’ into being a wrestling coach as a way to bond with his son, Jeff takes us through the journey of his … Time […]

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Whack Stalemate | Bullets Have No Name Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:28) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Joey Bosa] (11:20) – On The Next Episodes … (21:20) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [Bullets Have No Name] (22:18) TRT – (28:52) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). […]

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To The World! | Lochte Out Of Heaven Topics include: – CHAMPIONS PERSONIFIED (1:56) – DOLT OF THE OLYMPICS [Ryan Lochte] (12:27) – On The Next Special … (21:45) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [TD Going Through CTE Issues] (22:22) TRT – (29:56) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when […]

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Doc and Darryl History? | Dorsett and Brain Trauma Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:21) – Friends On The Outs (10:26) – On The Next Episodes … (21:25) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [TD Going Through CTE Issues] (22:22) TRT – (28:59) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy […]

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SummerSlam 2016 PRE-SHOW CARD – Carmella, Becky Lynch and Naomi vs. Natalya, Eva Marie and Alexa Bliss – Cesaro vs. Sheamus [first match in best-of-seven series] – The Miz (c) (with Maryse) vs. Apollo Crews [WWE Intercontinental Championship] MAIN CARD [PART I] – Enzo Amore and Big Cass vs. Chris Jericho and Kevin Owens – […]

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Bill Cosby University Graduate | Golden “Monkey” Uncaged Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:25) – DOLT Of THE WEEK [Darren Sharper] (11:41) – On The Next Episodes … (19:53) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [Golden “Monkey” Uncaged] (20:55) TRT – (29:01) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). […]

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Faulty Testing | Leap Of Gold Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:32) – Jon Jones Gets Redemption (13:07) – Next Podcast Tease (20:58) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [Diving To Be The Best] (22:13) TRT – (28:37) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Cowardly Loser | The Beauty Of Competition Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:41) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Hope Solo] (11:42) – Next Podcast Tease (21:31) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [Competitive Brotherhood] (22:45) TRT – (28:53) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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The End of A-Fraud | Mommy Knows Best Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:45) – The End of A-Fraud (11:56) – Next Podcast Tease (19:15) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW – [Planned Parenthood Origins?] (20:16) TRT – (28:56) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Quarter #2 | 2016 Dolt Topics include: – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNERS (2:03) – DOLT OF THE QUARTER WINNER (10:42) – THE DOLT AWARDS PREVIEW (24:34) TRT – (28:29) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a […]

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Clearing The Way | Olympics Sewer? Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:31) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Montee Ball] (12:04) – Next Podcast Tease (20:32) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Rio Host Games Amid Mess] (21:42) TRT – (29:04) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, […]

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Class Personified | Drayzilla! Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:32) – Drayzilla! (10:27) – Next Podcast Tease (20:28) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Favre, Dungy lead 2016 HOF class] (21:31) Special thanks to Christian Simpson of The Daily Blitz TRT – (28:58) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Dolt Of The Month | July 2016 Topics include: – DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS (1:39) – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER (11:40) TRT – (24:57) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred […]

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NFL vs. Presidential Debates? | Above The Science Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:32) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Aldon Smith] (11:54) – Next Podcast Tease (20:56) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NFL Arrogant About Concussions] (22:04) TRT – (29:10) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by […]

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Cutting Up Uniforms | Jordan On Social Issues? Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:37) – NBA Supports Free Throw Ineptitude (11:35) – Next Podcast Tease (19:50) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Michael Jordan Speaks … But Do We Hear Him?] (20:42) TRT – (28:44) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted […]

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Positive Drug Tests and Buy Rates | Smoking It All Away Topics include: – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Brock Lesnar] (1:44) – Next Podcast Tease (13:52) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NFL’s Weed Love Affair] (14:55) TRT – (28:29) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Miller Gets Paid | Serena Rules Again! Topics include: – Von Miller: Forever A Bronco (1:52) – Next Podcast Tease (15:08) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Serena Gets #22] (16:00) TRT – (27:27) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – […]

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Controversial Images | Deflategate Is Over Topics include: – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Isaiah Cromwell] (1:45) – Next Podcast Tease (13:39) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Brady Will Serve Suspension] (14:34) TRT – (27:52) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, […]

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Duncan Bank Shots Career | #GodsWillMatters Topics include: – Nod To Tim Duncan (2:03) – Next Podcast Tease (14:48) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Get It Together] (15:44) TRT – (28:11) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this […]

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This Is Business | Basketball Money Is Flowing Topics include: – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Pat Riley] (1:28) – Next Podcast Tease (16:21) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NBA Stackin’ Cheddar] (17:17) TRT – (28:57) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and […]

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Slim Reaper Heads West | Quiet Revolutionary Topics include: – Durant Goes To Oakland (1:54) – Next Podcast Tease (14:29) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Peter Norman?] (15:31) TRT – (28:19) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is […]

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Dolt Of The Month | June 2016 Topics include: – DOLT OF THE WEEK CANDIDATES (2:00) – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER (8:13) TRT – (25:33) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no […]

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Warriors Run Empty | R-Rated Celebrations Topics include: – DOLT OF THE WEEK [2016 Warriors] (1:31) – Next Podcast Tease (14:00) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Explicit Celebrations] (15:07) TRT – (28:43) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – […]

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Cleveland Breaks Through | From 73-9 To Nada Topics include: – Coming From Ahead (1:54) – Next Podcast Tease (14:28) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [NE Ohio Are Champs!] (15:27) TRT – (28:53) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole […]

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The Salt Gets Real | An Ode To Fathers Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:59) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Steph Curry] (12:57) – Next Podcast Tease (21:34) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [An Ode To Fathers] (22:42) TRT – (29:50) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted […]

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Cellphone Injuries | OJ Ruined My Finals Topics include: – HEADLINES (2:01) – NBA: Puppet Masters? (12:34) – Next Podcast Tease (20:16) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [OJ Ruined My Finas] (21:17) TRT – (28:49) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and […]

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Pitching Bully Gets His | Tragedy Strikes Again Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:46) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Yordano Ventura] (10:27) – Next Podcast Tease (19:10) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Tragedy Strikes Again] (20:17) TRT – (28:24) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, […]

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Some People Hate | 20 Minutes Of Action Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:50) – 20 Minutes Of Action (10:06) – Next Podcast Tease (18:22) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Some People Hate] (19:18) TRT – (27:57) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer […]

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Bay Area Hysteria | The Greatest Of All-Time Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:31) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Oklahoma City Thunder] (11:45) – Next Podcast Tease (21:14) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Remembering ‘The GOAT’] (22:21) TRT – (29:58) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by […]

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Fisher Paying The Price | Stealing From Charity Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:32) – NBA Finals Preview (10:42) – Next Podcast Tease (19:56) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Washington Grabbing at Charities] (21:07) TRT – (28:01) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer […]

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Dolt Of The Month | May 2016 Topics Include: – DOLT OF THE MONTH CONTESTANTS (1:39) – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER (11:14) TRT: (23:19) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds […]

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Running Man Fight Challenge | Needing Moral Codes Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:37) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Draymond Green] (10:47) – Next Podcast Tease (20:17) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Needing Moral Codes] (21:26) TRT – (28:47) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, […]

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Cuban For Vice President? | NFL Blocks The Government Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:38) – TRUTH REVIEW [NBA Playoffs] (10:45) – Next Podcast Tease (20:52) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Competing After Playing] (22:09) TRT – (28:41) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Winning Over Sexual Assault | When Playing Catch Matters Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:35) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Art Briles] (13:38) – Next Podcast Tease (22:48) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Competing After Playing] (23:25) TRT – (28:44) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by […]

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Chasin’ Little Monkeys | Sweet Right Hook Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:30) – Rangers vs. Blue Jays – Riveting? (10:35) – Next Podcast Tease (19:47) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Sore Loser Hierarchy?] (20:47) TRT – (28:16) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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MVP Mic Droppin’ | Passing The Buck Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:37) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Charles Barkley] (10:02) – Next Podcast Tease (21:20) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [What Penn State Should Do] (22:19) TRT – (29:55) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by […]

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Raging Against The Machine | Indian Homage Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:37) – Raging Against The Machine (8:26) – Next Podcast Tease (17:18) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Florida St. and the Seminoles] (18:30) TRT – (28:31) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Dolt of the Quarter | Quarter #1 2016 Topics Include: – Intro (1:01) – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNERS (3:38) – DOLT OF THE QUARTER WINNER (14:33) – Special Announcement (24:32) TRT – (28:06) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and […]

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Raping The Handicapped | The Real MVP Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:38) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Dana Stubblefield] (10:02) – Next Podcast Tease (18:27) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Backbone To Success] (19:39) TRT – (28:00) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Series Getting Nasty? | Sports Endorsements Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:40) – Penguins-Capitals Too Physical? (11:29) – Next Podcast/Dolt of the Quarter Tease (19:28) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Do Political Endorsements Matter In Sports?] (20:50) TRT – (28:52) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by […]

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Dolt of the Month | April 2016 Topics Include: – CONTESTANTS (1:41) – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER (8:36) – DOLT OF THE QUARTER PREVIEW (15:51) TRT – (19:31) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this […]

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Gas Mask High | Mr. Community Big Shot Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:39) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Laremy Tunsil] (9:12) – Next Podcast Tease (18:56) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Chauncey Is Clutch Again] (20:00) TRT – (29:08) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by […]

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Child Support Twist | Sexist Tweeters Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:37) – Griner Paying Child Support (11:01) – Next Podcast Tease/Dolt of the Month Update (16:29) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Derogatory Tweeting] (17:37) TRT – (28:03) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Hockey and Homophobia | First Amendment Issues Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:52) – DOLT OF THE WEEK [Andrew Shaw] (11:57) – Next Podcast Tease (19:28) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [The Right To Speak Slurs] (20:46) TRT – (28:55) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by […]

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Rex Won Championships? | Swoopes Feeling Swoon Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:56) – Ryan introduces Trump at rally (9:46) – Next Podcast Tease (17:43) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW [Sheryl Swoopes Under Investigation] (18:42) TRT – (28:58) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Declining Career | Mr. #42 Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:44) – DOLT OF THE WEEK (Josh Gordon) (9:48) – Next Podcast Tease (18:43) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Is Jackie Robinson Still Remembered?) (19:45) TRT – (29:29) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news […]

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Preaching On Violence | Mamba Legacy Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:50) – Lewis sermonizes Black Lives Matter (11:52) – Next Podcast Tease (19:31) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Kobe Bryant Legacy) (20:25) TRT – (28:33) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and […]

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Summit Plunges Into Abyss | Name Insensitivity Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:28) – DOLT OF THE WEEK (co-winners Greg Hardy/Tyler Summit) (10:14) – Next Podcast Tease (19:21) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Name Insensitivity) (20:06) TRT – (28:41) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, […]

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Bored Excellence | Missing The Glory Days Topics include: – HEADLINES (1:22) – Bored Excellence (9:05) – Next Podcast Tease (16:33) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Missing The Glory Days) (17:10) TRT – (27:32) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, […]

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WrestleMania 32 Topics Include: – Opening Thoughts – Pre-Card – Main Card (Part I) – Main Card (Part II) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, […]

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Driving Into Disaster | Microphone Warrior Topics Include: – HEADLINES – DOLT OF THE WEEK (Jon Jones) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Craig Sager) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show […]

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Dolt of the Month | March 2016 Topics Include: – CONTESTANTS – DOLT OF THE MONTH WINNER COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, plus the […]

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Snitches Get Isolated | Glory Road Topics Include: – HEADLINES – Lakers Run Isolation on Russell – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Glory Road) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed […]

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Bowling Games Betting | Tennis Served With Sexism Topics Include: – HEADLINES – DOLT OF THE WEEK (Adrien Broner) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Tennis Served With Sexism) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a […]

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LeBron Unfollows Cavs | ATL May Lose Super Bowl Topics Include: – HEADLINES – Life After the March Madness bracket – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Anti Gay, Anti-Super Bowl?) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is […]

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Blazin’ Trees | Family Over Everything Topics Include: – HEADLINES – Dolt of the Week (Martavius Bryant) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (What’s Really Important) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred […]

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Stadiums With Moats | Program Perks Topics Include: – HEADLINES – Barkley’s Diarrhea of the Mouth – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Program Perks) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed […]

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Identity Crisis | Watch What You Say Topics Include: – HEADLINES – Dolt of the Week (Hulk Hogan) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Freedom of Speech …) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no […]

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Treasures | Megatron Transforms Into Retirement Topics include: – HEADLINES – Calvin Johnson retires – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Treasures) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, […]

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Ruining The Star | Incomplete Thoughts Topics include: – HEADLINES – DOLT OF THE WEEK (Jerry Jones) – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (Incomplete Thoughts) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show […]

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CTE | 911 Call to Shopper Topics include: – HEADLINES – Chastain donates brain to CTE treatment – UPON FURTHER REVIEW (911 Call to Shopper) COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds […]

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Cole Sportz | The Introduction Show details COLE SPORTZ is a podcast produced twice a week (more frequently when something crazy happens). Hosted by author, news producer and sports-nerd, Cole Johnson – this is a no holds barred show packed with info, comedy, plus the nuts and bolts of the sports week. Your comments are always […]