Live from Grogg’s Traditional Irish Pub in Clovis, CA, we bring you the debut episode of Taps and Takes, where nerd culture and sports collide in the most entertaining way possible. Filmed at the bar itself, this episode is packed with engaging discussions, bold predictions, and hilarious tangents as we explore the worlds of gaming, movies, and the NFL playoffs.

We kick things off by sharing how this show came together, thanks to the generous support of Grogg’s, and dive straight into a mix of nerd news and sports. Sonic 4 takes center stage as we explore its nostalgic appeal and its significance to Sega fans. In the world of Star Wars, we speculate on Ryan Gosling’s potential involvement in upcoming projects, pitch ideas for a more daring, rated-R take on Jedi lore, and debate the dangers of fan-driven storytelling.

Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse is also on the table as we discuss the delays and why fans are both excited and frustrated with Sony’s approach. From there, we break down Netflix’s latest price hikes and how they’re reshaping the streaming landscape, as well as the growing controversy surrounding the rumored $100 price tag for GTA 6 and what it could mean for the future of gaming.

On the sports side, we dig into the NFL playoffs with key matchups like Eagles vs. Commanders and Bills vs. Chiefs, analyzing how cold-weather games and rivalries could impact outcomes. Our Shot in the Dark segment features bold betting predictions, including Josh Allen’s red zone efficiency, kicker props, and Zach Ertz’s revenge narrative against his former team. We also review the college football playoffs, highlighting Ohio State’s championship run and what the committee got wrong with the setup. Finally, we celebrate Ichiro Suzuki and CC Sabathia’s induction into the Baseball Hall of Fame while discussing the continued exclusion of players tied to the steroid era.

Thank you to Grogg’s Traditional Irish Pub for hosting us and making this debut episode possible. If you’re in Clovis, head to their location on the northeast corner of Willow and Nees to enjoy a drink, great company, and a vibrant atmosphere. Be sure to tell them the Do Over Podcast sent you.

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0:00 Welcome to Taps and Takes at Grogg’s Irish Pub

2:10 The origins of Taps and Takes and setting the scene at the pub

5:30 Sonic 4 nostalgia and why Sega fans love it

10:25 Star Wars speculation: Ryan Gosling, Jedi ideas, and fan influence

16:40 Spider-Verse updates and delays frustrating fans

20:15 Netflix price hikes and how they’re changing streaming habits

25:50 GTA 6 price tag debate and gaming value in 2025

31:45 NFL playoff analysis: Eagles, Bills, and divisional rivalries

36:10 Shot in the Dark: Bold betting predictions and prop bets

42:50 Josh Allen’s red zone efficiency and why it matters

46:25 Zach Ertz’s revenge game narrative against the Eagles

50:00 College football playoff recap: What worked and what didn’t

54:20 Baseball Hall of Fame: Ichiro Suzuki, CC Sabathia, and the steroid era

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