Time Out with DG: Recent Episodes
Daniel Gotera
KHOU 11 Sports reporter Daniel Gotera brings his interview style to the podcast world, chatting with sports stars, celebrities and headliners both in Houston and abroad about life away from the spotlight that made them famous.
Daniel is back with the 100th episode of the "Time Out with DG" podcast to share his thoughts on the Jimbo vs Saban feud, the Astros hot start to the season, the Texans draft class and the Rockets lottery draw. Plus, an announcement regarding the future of the podcast.
Daniel is back and is joined by KHOU Baseball analyst Jeremy Booth to breakdown the 2022 Houston Astros. What we like, what we don't like, what needs to go right...what could go wrong. Do they make another World Series run or is the window about to close. That and MLB season picks to kick off the 2022 season.
Daniel is back after a busy couple of weeks covering UH at the NCAA Tournament, a terrible sinus infection and a crazy home life . His thoughts on all of those things, plus takes on the latest rounds of 2017 Astros hysteria and an interview with Holly Kesterson, president of the 2023 Houston Final Four Organizing Committee.
Daniel is back after being sick to breakdown a WILD weekend in Houston sports which saw Deshaun Watson get traded to the Cleveland Browns and Carlos Correa sign with the Minnesota Twins. Former MLB scout Jeremy Booth joins Daniel to talk about Correa and Sirius XM Radio Host Mike Meltser talks Watson. Plus...so UH Cougars hoops praise.
Daniel is back as he catches up with Tyler Campbell, son of former Houston Oiler and Hall of Fame running back Earl Campbell. Tyler has had an incredible journey...the two talk about overcoming an alcohol arrest in high school, a MS diagnosis in college and what it feels like to have a dad that is adored by so many people.
Daniel is back and is joined by Evan Drellich of The Athletic to breakdown the latest news from the MLB Lockout. Where the two sides stand, what does it mean for the season and what effects will a work stoppage have on America's Pastime. Plus...what happened to the NBA?
Daniel is back to react to the latest news regarding the baseball lockout and cancelled spring training games. Plus, an interview with new Dynamo head coach Paulo Nagamura and why he thinks he's the right man to turn around the franchise.
Daniel is back from his week long vacation to Walt Disney World to talk about the trip, give his thoughts on the Super Bowl, the best commercials, Lovie Smith bring hired by the Texans, Brian Flores suing the Texans and much more.
Daniel is back to discuss what signing with Scott Boras means for Carlos Correa, the Astros changing the name of the Skeeters to Space Cowboys, Caserio on Deshaun and an interview with former NFL linebacker Shawne Merriman to discuss football, Texans and his new MMA fighting series, Lights Out Extreme Fighting.
Daniel is back to share his thoughts on the Houston Texans firing head coach David Culley. Why fire him? What's next for this franchise? Who is the best fit? His guest is sports radio personality Mike Meltser who helps break it all down.
Daniel returns to recap his ordeal with COVID. Plus, he breaks down how the Texans move forward after a 4-13 season, why MVP voting in almost every sport is flawed and we remember Bob Saget.
Happy New Year! Daniel starts off 2022 by discussing the issues COVID presented to he and his family during the holidays. Also...Rockets off the court issues, a conversation with Jackson Gatlin from Locked on Rockets podcast, Antonio Brown quits, Texans haven't quit and it's time to expand the College Football Playoff.
Daniel is back and is joined by Sam Khan Jr., college football writer for The Athletic to break down how crazy the world of college football is getting. The winners of Signing Day and what is ahead for these college bound players in this new age of NIL.
For the first time, Daniel takes the show LIVE on Facebook. He's joined by KHOU 11 News anchor Len Cannon and the two talk Texans, sports in Houston, Baseball Hall of Fame voting and Daniel shares his exclusive interview with 2022 HOF inductee Tony Oliva.
Daniel is back from vacation and catches up with Sam Houston State head coach K.C. Keeler about his team's chances to repeat as National Champions. A historic year in Huntsville could get even better and the future is very bright.
Daniel is back to answer the question...what is wrong with the Texas Longhorns? Sports Director Jeff Jones from KVUE-TV in Austin helps breakdown UT. Plus, why there is no need to be upset about the Rockets slow start and what the Texans are actually good at.
Daniel is back with a full slate of headlines including his thoughts to the Texans latest embarrassing loss to the Dolphins, a recap of the Astros season, what is next for Carlos Correa, changes with the Dynamo and why he thinks Eternals is the worst MCU movie to date.
Daniel is back to answer the question: What Sport Are The Texans Playing? Also...his thoughts on the Astros-Red Sox ALCS, losing sports bets and what's the greatest non-championship moment in Houston sports history.
Daniel is joined by KHOU baseball analyst and former MLB scout Jeremy Booth to talk Astros-White Sox. What the two teams need to do to win, the player we're most excited to watch on the October stage and why there might be friction behind the scenes in the Astros front office.
Daniel is back to recap the disaster that was the Texans trip to Buffalo. Also, first thoughts on the upcoming ALDS between the Astros and his White Sox plus why Facebook and Instagram crashing is a good thing.
Daniel is back to talk about how his MLB playoff nightmare scenario is probably going to happen. Plus, Rockets open camp, John Wall getting paid to practice and Texans S Justin Reid talks nutrition and eating right.
Daniel is back with a special encore presentation of KHOU's award winning HS football show, "The Program". If you missed it, check out the audio portion and go to the KHOU YouTube page for the full video version of the show.
For the first time, Daniel isn't doing the interviews. HIs wife stops by the podcast to ask him questions about life in TV news and what it takes to make 'The Program' HS football show.
Daniel is back from producing "The Program" to share his thoughts on the Texans start, the unfortunate loss of Tyrod Taylor, the Davis Mills era and why the Astros won't have any problems with the White Sox in the upcoming ALDS.
Daniel shares his take on the bizarre story of Mets players booing fans. Also, the Texans wrap up the preseason, ESPN fooled by a fake high school in Ohio, Astros breakdown with KHOU baseball analyst Jeremy Booth and why Marvel needs to be careful with the MCU moving forward.
Daniel catches up with former Morton Ranch HS star and US Olympic gold medal winning wrestler Tamyra Mensah-Stock to talk about her victory in Tokyo, her journey from Katy to Olympic champion, her love for the United States and the viral interview she gave after winning it all.
Daniel is back to talk about the Texans preseason victory over the Packers, Deshaun Watson reacting to being filmed every day walking to practice, AP releasing its preseason Top 25 college football ranking and he remembers former UH track star Cameron Burrell who is gone way too soon.
Daniel breaks down the latest in the UT/OU to the SEC saga including why Texas A&M should be excited about this move. Also, why the Texans should just bench Deshaun Watson, Olympic apathy continues and Daniel reveals the HS team featured in this years edition of "The Program".
Daniel is BACK from a stress-filled but fun vacation to Florida. A recap of that, plus 5 headlines from the week including UT/OU wanting out of the Big 12,, billionaires in space, Tokyo Olympic apathy and Giannis taking shots at Harden.
Daniel recaps his experience with the 2nd COVID-19 vaccine which was...not ideal. Vaccine doses taken care of...it's time to go to Indian weddings again. Also, Astros and Daniel's take on the NCAA and the whole debate over name, image and likeness.
Daniel catches up with Adam and Jake Smith, a father-son duo that were part of an amazing moment at a Port Neches Little League game over the weekend. Jake hit a walk-off homer to win the district title and who caught the ball? None other than his father.
Daniel sits down with Dynamo/Dash owner Ted Segal to talk about this purchase of the clubs, why this is such an important moment for his family and how he plans on not sitting on the sideline as he tries to make the Dynamo a winning franchise again.
Daniel recaps the weekend "series" between the Astros and White Sox, what it means, what did we learn...why Minute Maid is so important to this team. Also, Harden is out and Jackson Gatlin of Locked on Rockets podcast joins him to talk about the upcoming NBA Draft Lottery.
Daniel recaps the weekend sports action including what's next for the red-hot Astros, the CP3 validation tours continues with the Suns and he catches up with Rice Track & Field star and Katy native Michelle Fokam after her career best performance at the NCAA Outdoor Track & Field Championships where she placed 3rd in the Triple Jump.
Daniel wraps up the week with a fascinating conversation with former Texans linebacker Brian Peters. Peters talks about life without football (and how he still wants to play), his new passion of helping athletes enhance their training regimen through controlling their breathing and fun stories about journey from Ohio all the way to the NFL.
Daniel catches up with veteran MMA fighter and Houston native Jessica Aguilar to talk about her groundbreaking journey in her sport of choice. How she started, the ups and downs, overcoming adversity and her message to those thinking about trying it out.
Daniel shares his vaccination thought process and recaps a crazy weekend in sports including what the Julio Jones trade means for the Texans, the absurdity of John Rahm having to withdraw from a PGA event due to COVID and the wild match between the USA and Mexico.
Daniel is joined by former Major League scout and KHOU baseball analyst Jeremy Booth to talk about the current state of baseball. What's wrong with it? What needs to be changed? How do you change it? Why does Daniel look so good in a goatee? All those topics and more on Episode 58.
Daniel is back after a recovering from a cold to talk Astros and their bullpen issues. He's also joined by photographer and film maker Josh Merwin who is hosting the first annual Houston International Sports Film Festival this weekend at Discovery Green.
Daniel is joined by K.C. Keeler, head coach of the National Champion Sam Houston State Bearkats. The two talk about the title game, his career, the toughness of SHSU's quarterback and why the word immortality served as a rallying cry as the team made history in the FCS Championship Game.
Daniel is back to recap the past week in Houston sports and is joined by University of Houston Track and Field head coach Leroy Burrell. Burrell talks about the growth of the program, how much Carl Lewis adds to the team and his career in this challenging but amazing sport.
Daniel is back to share his thoughts on the week that was the nonsense surrounding the Astros-Yankees series in New York. Also, some NFL Draft talk, too.
Daniel is joined by Houston comedian Chinedu Ogu to talk about his journey to living his dream, his style of comedy, his thoughts on the current Houston sports scene and why it took a while for his dad to come around to this whole stand-up comedy thing.
Daniel is joined by "Locked on Rockets" podcast host Jackson Gatlin to discuss the state of the organization. How did it go so bad so quickly, who's to blame why Stephen Silas needs time and what the future looks like for this Rockets franchise.
Daniel is back and is joined by Sam Houston State head football coach K.C. Keeler. The two talk about the upcoming FCS playoffs, how challenging this year has been and how increased conversations around racial injustice have strengthened the bond within his team.
On the heels of the Baylor national title, Daniel talks with Sam Khan Jr. of The Athletic to break down what's next for college sports in Texas. Spring football right around the corner, which teams are in a good position heading into 2021? Sleeper team? The future is bright for college sports in Texas.
A look back at one of the most famous tennis matches of all time...and it happened right here in Houston. The "Battle of the Sexes" match between Billie Jean King and Bobby Riggs. Daniel talks with longtime sportswriter Dale Robertson and with two ball girls that were on the court...their memories of the circus very different.
Daniel breaks down the Houston Cougars loss to Baylor in the Final Four. Hear from Kelvin Sampson and Daniel is joined by KHOU 11 Sports colleague Jason Bristol to talk about the game and the future of the UH basketball program.
After the stress of moving...Daniel is BACK! His takes on the Deshaun Watson allegations and latest developments and we preview the Houston Cougars in the Final Four with former UH star Reid Gettys. Also, a discussion with one family who is tied to both Baylor and UH and they're approaching the big game.
Daniel starts the week with the news of the day, J.J. Watt heading to Arizona. Also a breakdown of where the Rockets after dropping their 11th straight and the ridiculousness of band kids playing in COVID pods in Washington state.
A special weekend edition of the podcast as Daniel and KHOU baseball analyst and former MLB scout Jeremy Booth talk about the Astros heading into 2021 on the eve of the team's first Spring Training game in Florida.
Daniel is back after thawing out from the Arctic Blast...gave you ever sold a house? It's a pain. Plus, DG breaks down the latest drama in the Deshaun Watson-Houston Texans soap opera that frankly...is getting old.
Daniel gives and update on his whereabouts and activities during the Arctic Blast of 2021.
Daniel wraps up the week by discussing the departure of Texans defensive end J.J. Watt. He and the team have decided to part ways. Houston Chronicle columnist Brian T. Smith joins the podcast to talk 99's legacy and about the future of the dysfunctional Texans.
Daniel looks back at the good, the bad and the ugly of Super Bowl 55. Commercials, halftime show and the guy who ran onto the field. Daniel also remembers the day after SB 51 and how he and his photographer became part of Tom Brady's stolen jersey investigation.
Daniel tries to make sense of the newly surfaced Jack Easterby videos, goes through some fun Super Bowl LV Prop Bets, gives his Super Bowl pick and answers questions in the weekly Mailbag segment.
Daniel celebrates the news that EA Sports is bringing back it's college football game, gives his thoughts on the Rockets winning streak, asks Kelvin Sampson why he loves his UH team so much and a recap of WandaVision, Episode 4.
Daniel gives his thoughts on a weekend of great basketball, social media craziness involving Deshaun Watson and he talks with Houston Dash forward and star Shea Groom about the upcoming season, their high expectations, how the team parties after winning and her love for the Kansas City Chiefs.
David Culley is officially a Houston Texan. The new head coach introduced on Friday and the organization making it clear...they don't want to trade Deshaun Watson. Daniel reacts to the press conference and chats with SportsRadio 610 host Landry Locker about the crazy week in Texans news.
Daniel tackles the hiring of David Culley as head coach by the Houston Texans and gives his thoughts on Deshaun Watson officially asking for a trade. Houston Chronicle columnist Brian T. Smith joins the conversation to give his insight on a crazy 24 hours.
Daniel catches up with world record fisherwoman Meredith McCord who has gone from owning a pottery shop...to dedicating her life being on the water. Traveling around the world to some of the most exotic places, Meredith is making a name for herself in the sport her dad introduced to her many years ago.
Daniel touches on several topics of the day including a revealing interview by Jack Easterby, Deshaun Watson's next move, Florida bidding for the 2021 Olympics and whether or not he would pay $55 million to go to space.
Daniel recaps the weekend, giving his take on the HBO Tiger Woods documentary and the AFC/NFC title games. Also, a conversation with former Texans defensive lineman Christian Covington where he talks about life in the NFL, his strong family bond and his love for all things Marvel and MCU.
Daniel catches up with former Astros broadcaster Bill Brown and KHOU baseball analyst Jeremy Booth to talk about the life and legacy of MLB legend Hank Aaron. Also, the Friday "Mail Bag" and DG's picks for the AFC/NFC title games.
An Astros legend is gone. George Springer is heading to Toronto. Daniel gives his thoughts on the move, Springer's legacy and the state of the Astros. Special guest, James Yasko of Astros County joins the show to share what Springer meant to the team, city and why he loves the Astros so much.
Another weekend of drama surrounding the Texans and Deshaun Watson, Drew Brees final game, WandaVision is out and Daniel talks with Astros Youth Academy Director Daryl Wade & former MLB Scout Jeremy Booth on this MLK holiday about the future of baseball in inner city communities.
Rounding out the week with a variety of topics...Rockets win without Harden, Harden says he didn't disrespect anyone, Easterby isn't going anywhere, Bill O'Brien in Alabama, NFL Picks and more as Daniel breaks it all down.
The end of an era. The Rockets have traded James Harden to the Brooklyn Nets...which is great news to Daniel. He gives his thoughts about Harden's final days, legacy and Ben DuBose of Rockets Wire stops by to break down the future of the organization
Daniel is back! The first episode of 2021 dives into the disaster that is the Texans organization. From Andre Johnson's unreal tweet, to Easterby's inpact on ownership, to Deshaun's frustrations...Daniel and guest Mike Meltser talk about it all in the "Time Out with DG" relaunch.
Daniel catches up with former Rockets great Kenny "The Jet" Smith to talk about his thoughts on the new NBA Bubble, the Rockets chances, why Hakeem is the GOAT and his new virtual basketball camp for which information can be found at www.jetacademycamp.com.
Daniel talks with former Houston Oiler and College Football Hall of Famer Jerry Levias about his life in football, the "hell" he went through while integrating the Southwest Conference in the 1960's and his message to this new generation who are looking to put their own stamp on the civil rights movement.
Daniel catches up with Houston Dash defender Megan Oyster about her team and league returning to action. The NWSL is the first pro league in the USA to start up again and Megan talk about what it's been like to prepare for a tournament with so many challenges presented by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Daniel is once again joined by his KHOU Sports colleagues Jason Bristol and Matt Musil with special guests Alykhan Bijani and Kelly Iko of The Athletic to break down the new NBA season, who the favorites are to win it all and how the Rockets fit in the puzzle after a long break due to COVID-19
Daniel catches up with Texans quarterback Deshaun Watson to talk about his new initiative to help kids read over the summer, his thoughts on his new teammates and the new hobby he's picked up during these quarantine months.
The NBA is back! Daniel catches up with former Rockets star and current Rockets color analyst Matt Bullard to talk about what the new plan means, what it will take for the Rockets to succeed, his thoughts on The Last Dance and how the game has grown in the last 20+ years he's been watching.
With the space program making headlines, Daniel catches up with retired NASA astronaut Clayton Anderson to talk about a life spent fulfilling a dream to travel to space and how to keep up with your favorite sports teams while you travel around the earth.
Daniel gets a little help from the rest of the KHOU 11 Sports team for this episode, Matt Musil bringing in Rockets head coach Mike D’Antoni to talk about his team when they return to action, his future in Houston and his thoughts on the ESPN documentary “The Last Dance”.
After a longer than anticipated break, Daniel returns as now a father of TWO and catches up with KHOU baseball analyst Jeremy Booth to discuss the future of baseball in 2020, who is the favorite in a shortened season and the ramifications of all this moving beyond this year.
On the eve of yet another college baseball season, Daniel sits down with University of Houston baseball coach Todd Whitting to get his thoughts on the Cougars 2020 squad, their brand new baseball facility and he shares some personal stories about the passing of friend and former Coog John Altobelli.
Daniel hits the red carpet! A collection of interviews from the 3rd annual Houston Sports Awards. Daniel catches up with Texans linebackers Brennan Scarlett & Whitney Mercilus, Cowboys owner Jerry Jones, XFL commissioner Oliver Luck, Texans Chairman and C.E.O Cal McNair and hears from the newest members of the Houston Sports Hall of Fame, Rudy Tomjanovich, Mary Lou Retton and Carl Lewis.
A story of overcoming obstacles, Houston's own boxing star Marlen Esparza sits down with Daniel to talk about why she initially got into the sport and what has helped her become a trailblazing female athlete. She's back to work with a new coach...ready to keep proving everyone wrong.
The Texans season came to a disappointing end with a 51-31 loss to the Kansas City Chiefs in the AFC Divisional Round. Daniel shares his thoughts on the game, reaction from head coach Bill O'Brien, Deshaun Watson and J.J. Watt and former Texan Seth Payne joins him to explore what is next for the organization.
Former Houston Oiler and Hall of Fame quarterback Warren Moon stops by to chat with Daniel about his new Brothers in Arms Scholarship and life in the game of football. From Rose Bowl MVP, to CFL star to how he got his first cowboy boots in Houston and what he thinks of the current crop of NFL quarterbacks including Texans signal caller Deshaun Watson...all of it on this episode.
The holiday break is over...back to the conversations! Daniel is joined by Fox Sports college football analyst Spencer Tillman to talk about his thoughts on the Texans, playing for the Oilers while reporting the news at the same time, the moments he knew football and broadcasting were his calling and life lessons he's learned through the years.
Daniel sits down with new Houston Dynamo head coach Tab Ramos as they discuss why he took this job, the journey from his native country of Uruguay to US soccer stardom, the state of USA soccer and the injury that changed his life.
On the eve of a highly anticipated basketball season at UH, Cougars head coach Kelvin Sampson joins Daniel to discuss the highs and lows of his hoops life, the impact his father made, the reason he stayed at UH and why he's having more fun now than ever before.
You've heard of CBD...but what about CB2? Daniel talks doctors Jessica and Rachel Kado, sisters that have developed a cream that is helping athletes in the NFL recover quicker in a natural way. The benefits of CBD without the side effects. Former Texans trainer Kevin Bastine endorses the product that might be the future.
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The Houston Astros fell short of their 2nd World Series title in the last 3 years. What went wrong? Daniel gives his thoughts on the series and chats with KHOU 11 baseball analyst Jeremy Booth about the 7 game series and the future of the club.
The longtime TV voice of the Houston Astros shares his story through the game of baseball and of television broadcasting. From the early days working TV news, his service in the military during the Vietnam War, his toughest day in the booth and what it's been like to have a front row seat to Houston baseball history.
Motivational speaker and best-selling author Damon West stops by to talk about his journey of redemption, from college football star to drug addiction to his time in prison to the present...where he has completely turned his life around, spreading the message of what it means to be a "Coffee Bean".
Get to know the defending state champions of North Shore High School. An exclusive glimpse of what it took for the Mustangs to prepare for the 2019 season as they dealt with the pressures of being the guys on top.
Catching up with former Texan, KHOU Sports football analyst and current SportsRadio 610 host Seth Payne. How he got colleges to notice him in high school, his welcome to the NFL moment, what he thinks of the Texans and the future of football.
An in-depth conversation with former Dynamo legend turned bar owner and financial advisor Brian Ching. The two talk about life in Hawai’i, coming to Houston, missing out on a World Cup spot, the move to Montreal and the current state of the Dynamo.
Daniel brings his interview style to the podcast world in Time Out with DG. His first guest is his KHOU photographer Mike Orta who talks about life in TV news and what he’s learned in his over 25 year career in the business.
KHOU 11 Sports reporter Daniel Gotera brings his interview style to the podcast world, chatting with sports stars, celebrities and headliners both in Houston and abroad about life away from the spotlight that made them famous.